MBF Group
In the 2024/2025 season, Poland reached a record level of sugar production – about 2.46 million tons, up 9% from a year earlier. This was possible due to an increase in crop acreage to 274,000. hectares and favorable growing conditions. Poland has strengthened its position as the third largest sugar producer in the European Union – after Germany and France.
Such a significant level of production not only contributes to national sugar self-sufficiency, but also enables the export of surpluses to countries in the region. At the same time, Poland’s growing role on the EU sugar map makes it an important actor in discussions about the future of the Community’s sugar policy, including import limits, grower support or Green Deal principles.
MBF Group SA is a proven and reliable supplier of ICUMSA 45 sugar, successfully building its position in the domestic and international markets. The company successfully executes wholesale contracts, supplying sugar of high purity and stable quality to both industrial and retail customers. With a flexible operating model, short decision-making paths and proven logistics, MBF Group SA ensures timely and reliable deliveries even in difficult market conditions.
Market trends – dynamic environment and new geography of supply
The first half of 2025 has brought significant changes to the sugar market in Poland and Europe. It is influenced by both local and global factors – from climate fluctuations to the European Union’s agricultural and trade policies. The increase in demand for food and industrial sugar, fueled by the post-pandemic economic recovery, has coincided with production constraints caused by drought and high energy and fertilizer costs.
Producers must also adapt to new environmental regulations and Green Deal policies that affect the cost of growing and processing sugar beets. At the same time, non-EU countries such as Ukraine, Brazil and India are playing an increasingly important role in the supply structure. Their export activity helps partially offset the decline in production in Europe, while also sparking debate about the need to protect the European market.
Sugar prices in H1 2025 – moderate growth under supply pressure
During the first six months of 2025, prices for ICUMSA 45 beet sugar in Europe increased by an average of 5-7% relative to the end of 2024. This was the result of a limited supply of raw material on the mainland, as well as growing demand from the food and beverage sector.
In Poland, wholesale DDP delivery prices were in the range of PLN 3.80-4.20 net per kilogram, depending on location and volume. A 10-15% reduction in sugar beet acreage in the country and unstable weather have not been conducive to rebuilding stocks, which in turn has had a positive impact on the margins of importers and distributors.
Decline in sugar beet acreage
The reduction of sugar beet acreage in Poland – estimated at 10-15% in 2025 – could become one of the key challenges for the domestic sugar market. The effects of this trend will be felt on many levels:
- Rising sugar prices – lower supply of domestic raw material with sustained demand leads to price pressure. Consumers and the food industry can expect higher sugar purchase costs.
- Threat to the profitability of sugar factories – especially smaller plants may lose the economic justification for operating. The risk of their closure is a further decline in domestic production and loss of jobs.
- Concentration of production and structural change – production is shifting toward larger, modernized farms that are able to remain competitive. While this improves efficiency, it does not fully compensate for the overall decline in supply.
- Import dependence – a reduction in domestic production will force increased sugar imports, which could affect prices and market stability, especially during periods of global turmoil.
- Economic pressures on growers – rising costs of fertilizers, crop protection products and labor are making beet growing less and less profitable. Without adequate agricultural policy support, this trend could worsen.
The consequence of these developments will be greater vulnerability of the domestic market to international fluctuations and the need to revise agricultural and industrial policies towards the sugar sector. In this context, the role of independent distributors such as MBF Group SA may become increasingly important – especially as a guarantor of supply continuity in situations of limited internal supply.
MBF Group SA’s completed contract for ICUMSA 45 sugar
Against the backdrop of these trends, it is worth noting the successful contract of MBF Group SA, described in current report No. 19/2025. The company delivered a total of 233 tons of ICUMSA 45 sugar to a contractor from Poland. The contract was initially of a trial nature – the first batch was received on April 25, 2025, and just three days later, following its positive evaluation, the order was expanded to full volume. The final delivery was made and completed on May 2, 2025. The total value of the contract was about EUR 98,300, or about PLN 447,315.
In addition, without further announcement, test deliveries from an Italian and Czech company were made. This is further proof of the effectiveness of the strategy adopted by MBF Group SA to increase sales volumes of agri-food products in the domestic market – using a flexible trade model, a short decision-making chain and efficient logistics.
Projections for H2 2025 – stabilization with possible price impulses
The second half of 2025 promises to be a period of relative price stability, although seasonal increases are also forecast – especially before the end of the year. Sustained high domestic demand and continued imports from Ukraine may counteract excessive price fluctuations. On the other hand, climatic and political factors – such as agro-technical conditions in the EU or decisions on import limits – will have a direct impact on the availability and price level of raw materials.
The premium sugar segment – with high purity, certified production and standardized quality – such as ICUMSA 45 is also expected to grow in importance. Increased consumer awareness and the requirements of the processing industry will support further growth in the value of this segment.
Prospects: further deliveries and product portfolio development
Following the successful execution of the contract with the Polish customer, MBF Group SA is in talks with several domestic and foreign partners for further sugar supplies. The adopted information policy is to infmate the accomplished facts. In the medium term, MBF Group SA’s goal is to strengthen its position as one of the independent sugar suppliers on the wholesale market in Central and Eastern Europe.
“The completed contract confirms that MBF Group SA can effectively compete in the domestic market with the largest sugar importers. Efficient logistics, operational flexibility and high quality of the delivered product are key assets that enable the Company to win the trust of more customers. The execution of such orders strengthens MBF Group SA’s position as a reliable business partner in the agri-food sector.” – says the Company’s Management Board.
Impact on financial position and operating capacity
It is worth noting that the completion of a large delivery generates tangible revenues that can be used to finance further contracts, increase inventory or develop logistics infrastructure. In the case of MBF Group S.A., the execution of the contract not only improves current liquidity, but also enables the company to respond more quickly to new requests for quotations and orders. Moreover, the profitable sale of a large volume of high-rotation product, such as ICUMSA 45 sugar, strengthens the company’s credit rating and financial credibility in the eyes of financial institutions and trading partners.
Contact our sales department for the current ICUMSA 45 sugar price list or to inquire about available volumes.
