It is reported by Daily Advertiser.

Most years, the majority of mills complete grinding by the end of December. While some may be finished by then this year, others are scheduled to continue grinding until as late as Jan. 20.

Last year, Louisiana produced a record amount of recoverable sugar per ton of cane. But the crop was light in terms of tons per acre. This year, tonnage per acre is up and sugar recovery is good.

The all-time record for sugar per acre was more than 8,400 pounds in 2012. It looks like that record will be broken unless a major weather event, like an extended hard freeze occurs. Weather always is a factor in producing a successful crop. Last year’s dry harvest got this year’s crop off to a good start, and rain came just when the crop needed it.