U.S. exports of Sugar Beets (NAICS 111991) totaled $253K in August 2026.
Sugar Beets imports of $5K in August 2026 ran 69% below the year-to-date monthly average of $17K.
Last updated: August 2026 dataSugar beets are a primary domestic source of refined sucrose, grown predominantly in the northern Plains and western states, and serve as a key raw material for US sugar processors. Unlike cane sugar, beet sugar extraction is fully integrated into domestic refining, making this crop central to US tariff-rate quota policy for sugar. Importers and trade analysts tracking sugar supply chains monitor beet crop yields closely, as domestic production volumes directly influence TRQ utilization and refined sugar pricing. USDA's Farm Service Agency programs and crop insurance frameworks apply to this commodity.
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Domestic sugar beet output is a key variable in USDA's annual determination of how much raw and refined sugar the US needs to import under its tariff-rate quota system. A strong beet harvest typically reduces the volume of TRQ allocations needed to balance domestic supply.
Yes. NAICS 111991 covers sugar beets as a distinct crop category, separate from sugarcane farming. This distinction matters for USDA program eligibility, crop insurance, and supply-side analysis of the US sweetener market.
National industry 3 of 3 in naics industry 11199
National industry 111991 · $253K of $92.1M
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Exports · August 2026
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Mexico and Honduras together take 83% of it.
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Census publishes state breakdowns for NAICS to the 4-digit level only. See NAICS 1119 for those.
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Low of 10 reported months · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. exported $11.6M of Sugar Beets.
Fewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade, or the latest month was under $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through August 2026 · imports 10 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.