dinero_admin The Consejo Salvadoreño de la Agroindustria Azucarera (CONSAA) could receive an additional US$1,410,000 to strengthen its operations, following the issuance of a favorable opinion by the Finance and Special Budget Commission of the Legislative Assembly. This opinion contemplates an amendment to the Budget Law 2025 for the incorporation of these funds within the Economy Branch.
These resources would come from the contribution established by the sugar cane producers and the sugar mills, who must contribute US$0.000863 per pound of sugar extracted, which is equivalent to US$0.00190 per kilogram. During the 2024-2025 harvest, it is estimated that 1,633 million pounds of sugar will be extracted, generating the amount that is expected to be incorporated into the entity.
CONSAA is the highest authority in charge of the application of the Law of Production, Industrialization and Commercialization of the Sugar Agroindustry in the country. If the reform is approved, the institution could continue with its work of supervision and regulation of the sector, ensuring that production processes comply with the established standards and contribute to economic development.
The sugar agroindustry is a key sector in the salvadoran economy, as it generates employment and stimulates other productive areas. Optimizing productivity and agricultural and industrial competitiveness are some of the objectives that CONSAA seeks to reinforce with this possible injection of resources.
For sugarcane producers and sugar mills, this contribution would represent an investment in the sustainability of the sector, ensuring better conditions for the production and marketing of sugar. In addition, it would allow greater control over product quality and strengthen the industry’s competitiveness in local and international markets.
If the reform is approved, CONSAA could continue to promote the growth of the sugar agribusiness, benefiting hundreds of workers and consolidating El Salvador as a key player in sugar production in the region.
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