Record beet sugar supply may offset lower cane, imports.

Forecast 2023-24 sugar deliveries unchanged from October.

Says policy benefits beet and cane growers; adds to price of sugar.

Has been with company since 1992.

Supplies lowered for 2022-23, forecast for 2023-24 reduced.

Global deficits and soaring prices stir concern in the confectionery industry.

Hilary swamps Southern California; late heat wave stresses spring wheat, fall row crops.

Strong sugar prices, drawdown in stocks noted.

Higher imports, lower demand boost 2022-23 sugar supply.

Officials now expect an extension as debate pushed to September.