Sugarmakers are being advised they should expect shortages and delays from here on out in both equipment and supplies, as the economy is upended by Covid.
“ASAP business is going to be very difficult,” said Jeff Smith, president of Leader Evaporator Co. Stainless Steel Sheet
Smith said the whipsaw effect of the current Omicron surge in Covid will disrupt manufacturing and inputs even worse than before.
“I would tell sugarmakers to buy early because prices are going to go up and availability is going to get worse,” he said.
Anyone looking to buy equipment for the 2023 season should get their orders in.
“The tail on the supply chain issues is gonna continue to get longer,” Smith said. “Best thing for a producer is to make a commitment and buy early.”
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