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Articles tagged under: Luther Markwart
Sugarbeet Growers Sound Alarm on Prices
Sugarbeet growers are facing mounting pressure from falling prices, rising imports, and ongoing policy uncertainty, creating what industry leaders describe as a critical moment for the sector. “We’ve got a lot of things going all at the same time, prices…
Clark to Succeed Markwart at ASGA
The American Sugarbeet Growers Association has named Zack Clark as the incoming CEO and executive vice president, beginning this September. Clark has been with the organization since 2019 and currently serves as the vice president of government affairs. Before working…
Sugar Industry Files Trade Complaint
The American Sugar Alliance has filed a Section 301 complaint with the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative, alleging foreign subsidies are flooding the global market with low-priced sugar and pushing U.S. prices near loan forfeiture levels. “We’ve got surplus…
Markwart: Profitability Key to Sugarbeet Industry’s Future
The American Sugarbeet Growers Association gathered this past week for its annual meeting. The industry is facing economic pressure from sugar imports, flat demand and the use of GLP-1 medications. “We’ve got to get this industry back where it’s not…
Markwart Leaves Lasting Impact on Sugar Beet Industry
American Sugarbeet Growers Association President Neil Rockstad praised ASGA Executive Vice President and CEO Luther Markwart, who will be retiring at the end of 2026 after 44 years with the organization. Rockstad called him “an asset to the sugar beet…
Markwart to Retire in December 2026
American Sugarbeet Growers Association Executive Vice President and CEO Luther Markwart plans to retire at the end of 2026. Markwart has been in the role for 44 years. In a statement, ASGA President Neil Rockstad praised Markwart’s legacy and leadership.…
U.S. Sugar Industry Opposes Increased Brazilian Market Access
Brazilian officials are advocating for sugar to be included in trade negotiations with the U.S., but the American Sugarbeet Growers Association strongly opposes the move. Executive Vice President Luther Markwart called it a "non-starter," emphasizing that Brazil already plays a…
Farm Bill Urgency
At the USDA Ag Outlook Forum, American Sugarbeet Growers Association President/CEO Luther Markwart emphasized the urgent need for a new farm bill. "It is incredibly difficult out on the farm right now," Markwart said. "Our input costs are up, commodity…
Navigating Turbulent Times
The Trump Administration is making a lot of big, quick decisions. Rather than focus on the turbulent times, American Sugarbeet Growers Association Executive Vice President Luther Markwart encouraged his members "to take a deep breath and we will navigate through…
