Sugarcane
Florida sugarcane is a prominent feature of the everglades area. Sugarcane grown and processed in the state accounts for over 61% of all sugarcane in the United States, making us the number one producer! Sugarcane can be used for a multitude of products but is mainly refined for granulated sugar. This crop is one of the only ones that is burned to be harvested!
Florida sugarcane is a prominent feature of the everglades area. Sugarcane grown and processed in the state accounts for over 61% of all sugarcane in the United States, making us the number one producer! Sugarcane can be used for a multitude of products but is mainly refined for granulated sugar. This crop is one of the only ones that is burned to be harvested!
Growing and Processing
Growing and Processing
See how sugarcane gets from the field to the grocery shelf here!
Refining
Refining
To get granulated sugar, sugarcane products must be refined. Check out how refining works here:
Florida Tradition: Sugarcane Syrup
Florida Tradition: Sugarcane Syrup
Cane syrup is a feature of many traditional Floridian breakfasts. Check out how this product is produced with age old technology and practices.