KYIV, Aug 30 - Ukraine in the 2018/2019 marketing year (MY, September through August) could reduce sugar output by 5.5% and boost its exports by 13%, according to the National Sugar Producers Association Ukrtsukor.

"In the 2018/2019 season, Ukraine and Russia will see a decrease in sugar production - by 5.5% and 11%, respectively, but Belarus is expected to see growth by 13%. At the same time, sugar exports from Ukraine and Russia will increase by 13% and 7%, respectively, while Belarus will see a slight decrease - by 5%. In addition, tough competition for the sales markets will continue," head of the analytical service of the Sucden Group of Companies (CIS) Marina Sidak was quoted as saying.