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Real sugar comes from sugar beet and sugar cane plants grown on farms.
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Real sugar comes from sugar beet and sugar cane plants grown on farms.
Learn MoreSugar can give foods the sweet taste we know and love—but there’s much more to it.
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June 2026
As the United States of America celebrates its 250th anniversary, real sugar remains the ingredient that has helped shape America’s most cherished food traditions.
June 2026
Meet Courtney Hastings, a Process Technician at American Crystal Sugar factory in Moorhead, MN, who says the 'why' behind the work makes all the difference.
June 2026
Few snacks carry as much nostalgia in a small box as Cracker Jack. This classic American treat is the quintessential baseball snack and has been winning fans of all ages for more than 100 years.
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