
Queensland cane growers face tough season
Queensland cane growers face low prices, higher costs, mill disruption and tighter paraquat rules this season.
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Queensland cane growers face low prices, higher costs, mill disruption and tighter paraquat rules this season.

What’s happening? Carl Morton has officially stepped into the role of CEO at Mackay Sugar, Australia’s second-largest sugar producer, following his promotion from General Manager Operations. Morton succeeds Jannik Olejas, who will return to Denmark in January 2025 to become Managing Director. Why it Matters? Mackay Sugar plays a crucial role in the regional economy and community, and Morton’s leadership is key to driving the company’s future growth. With backing from both the Board of Directors and majority shareholder, Nordzucker Group, Morton is tasked with delivering a multi-year investment program and advancing the company’s sustainability goals. By the Numbers – Mackay Sugar: Australia’s second-largest sugar producer – CEO Transition: Effective October 24, 2024 – Nordzucker Group: Majority shareholder since 2019

Queensland cane growers face low prices, higher costs, mill disruption and tighter paraquat rules this season.

What’s happening? Carl Morton has officially stepped into the role of CEO at Mackay Sugar, Australia’s second-largest sugar producer, following his promotion from General Manager Operations. Morton succeeds Jannik Olejas, who will return to Denmark in January 2025 to become Managing Director. Why it Matters? Mackay Sugar plays a crucial role in the regional economy and community, and Morton’s leadership is key to driving the company’s future growth. With backing from both the Board of Directors and majority shareholder, Nordzucker Group, Morton is tasked with delivering a multi-year investment program and advancing the company’s sustainability goals. By the Numbers –

Queensland cane growers face low prices, higher costs, mill disruption and tighter paraquat rules this season.

What’s happening? Carl Morton has officially stepped into the role of CEO at Mackay Sugar, Australia’s second-largest sugar producer, following his promotion from General Manager Operations. Morton succeeds Jannik Olejas, who will return to Denmark in January 2025 to become Managing Director. Why it Matters? Mackay Sugar plays a crucial role in the regional economy and community, and Morton’s leadership is key to driving the company’s future growth. With backing from both the Board of Directors and majority shareholder, Nordzucker Group, Morton is tasked with delivering a multi-year investment program and advancing the company’s sustainability goals. By the Numbers –