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Ingenio San Antonio Receives the 2026 SmartFarm Award
September 2026
Ingenio San Antonio, a sustainable sugar producer in Latin America, has been recognized with the 2026 SmartFarm Award for the second year in a row. The award recognizes leading sugar mills across Latin America for their innovation, technology adoption, and advances in precision agriculture.
This recognition reflects our team’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and technological transformation in the sugar industry.
Ingenio San Antonio Named ‘Latin America’s Most Sustainable Agroindustrial Company for 2026’
August 2026
Ingenio San Antonio, a sustainable sugar supplier, has been recognized by World Finance, an internationally renowned publication specializing in financial analysis, business, and sustainability, with the “Most Sustainable Agroindustrial Company in Latin America 2026” award.
This recognition highlights its leadership in building a safer, more inclusive, and more sustainable sugar industry across the region.
Ingenio San Antonio Receives Corporate Social Responsibility Award
July 2026
Ingenio San Antonio, a leading sugar producer in Central America, received the International Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Excellence Award by The CSR Society in England, in recognition of its leadership in sustainability, corporate social responsibility, and positive community impact.
This achievement further strengthens the company’s position as a benchmark in the sugar industry for its commitment to sustainable development.
Ingenio San Antonio Wins the Bonsucro Inspire Award
June 2026
Ingenio San Antonio, sustainable sugar exporter in Latam, received the international 2026 Bonsucro Inspire Award in the “Most Effective Solution for the Sector” category. This award recognizes the impact of the “Sowing Water, Harvesting Life” project, which promotes sustainable water management and climate change mitigation through reforestation, soil conservation, and water harvesting initiatives in surrounding communities.
II Agricultural Congress Brings Together More Than 300 Innovation Experts
May 2026
Ingenio San Antonio, bonsucro certified sugar producer in Latam, successfully organized its II Agricultural Congress, reaffirming its commitment to sustainable innovation. The event established itself as a leading platform where more than 300 participants from 6 countries, along with 7 speakers, exchanged knowledge and shared best practices in technology, sustainability, and productivity for the 2026–2027 harvest season.
Ingenio San Antonio receives the 2026 Organization Sustainability Award
May 2026
Ingenio San Antonio, sustainable sugar mill in Latam, received the 2026 Organization Sustainability Award by The Sustainability Awards, based in Australia.
This recognition reflects the company’s commitment to renewable energy, worker well-being, and climate adaptation, setting new global standards for sustainability.
2025–2026 Harvest Season Exceeds 7 Million Quintals of Sugar
April 2026
The 2025–2026 harvest season concluded with a production of 7,075,370 quintals of sugar, reflecting an operation driven by efficiency and disciplined execution.This performance demonstrates the companys commitment to quality, sustainability, and continuous improvement, further strengthening its operational capabilities for the next harvest season.
Ingenio San Antonio Hosts the Launch of Expoambiente 2026
March 2026
Ingenio San Antonio hosted the official launch of Expoambiente 2026 and the First Congress, "Well-Being as an Alternative for the Development of Sustainable Cities." During the event, representatives from academia and the private sector toured the company´s operations to learn about the best environmental practices that support its sustainability strategy.
Estudia para Crecer Benefits More Than 4,000 Students
February 2026
Ingenio San Antonio distributed school supplies to more than 4,000 children in western Nicaragua through its Estudia para Crecer program. Through this initiative, the company helps ensure that students have the essential learning materials they need for the 2026 school year.
Ingenio San Antonio launches new solar power plant
December 2025
Ingenio San Antonio launched a 6.8 MWp solar photovoltaic plant spanning 8.4 hectares, further advancing its use of clean and sustainable energy across its operations.Featuring modern technology, the new facility will improve irrigation efficiency and contribute to more productive sugarcane cultivation, while reinforcing Ingenio San Antonio’s commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainability.
Ingenio San Antonio Begins the 2025–2026 Harvest Season
November 2025
Ingenio San Antonio began the 2025–2026 harvest season with its traditional harvest mass, while celebrating 135 years of history. Together with its employees, the organization reaffirmed its commitment to dedication, teamwork, and excellence—values that have sustained its growth, continuity, and productivity for more than a century.
Ingenio San Antonio Completes First Phase of “Sowing Water, Harvesting Life” Project
October 2025
Ingenio San Antonio completed the first phase of the “Sowing Water, Harvesting Life” project with a reforestation day at La Paciencia Farm, bringing together more than 140 employees and private producers to plant 3,000 native trees, including oak, spanish cedar, and mahogany.This project reaffirms our commitment to biodiversity restoration, soil conservation, and the protection of water resources for future generations.
Ingenio San Antonio Receives the 2025 SmartFarm Award
August 2025
Ingenio San Antonio was ranked #1 in Latin America among all productive industries participating in the competition, reflecting our strategic vision, strong commitment to innovation, and leadership in the adoption of precision agriculture technologies.The award recognizes:Exceptional level of technology adoption and operational scale.Highly professionalized agricultural management practices.A score that even surpasses leading producers in grain and livestock production.
Sharing Sustainable Practices with Our Sugarcane Suppliers
July 2025
To strengthen sustainability across our value chain, Ingenio San Antonio hosted the “Sharing Sustainable Practices” event with its sugarcane suppliers. The meeting provided an opportunity to discuss key topics, including our quality, sustainability, and food safety policies; Code of Ethics; environmental management; labor legislation; and best production practices.This initiative reinforces Ingenio San Antonio’s commitment to collaboration and collective action toward a more sustainable sugar industry.
Safety First: Ingenio San Antonio Trains Its First Aid Response Teams
January 2025
Ingenio San Antonio strengthened workplace safety by providing comprehensive training to 68 field emergency response team members. The program covered fire prevention, first aid, and emergency evacuation, reinforcing the organization’s commitment to safety and prevention.
Native Plant Nursery Celebrates 20 Years of Growing a Greener Future
January 2025
Ingenio San Antonio’s native plant nursery celebrates its 20th anniversary after cultivating more than 50,000 seedlings each year across 15 native species that play a vital role in the conservation and restoration of biodiversity.