Private company
Colonial Sugar Refining Company
Sugar operations CSR possessed in Fiji1
In 1873, Colonial Sugar Refining (CSR) began operations in Fiji in 1880 and until it ceased operations in 1973, had a considerable influence on the political and economic life of Fiji. Prior to its expansion to Fiji, CSR was operating sugar refineries in Melbourne and Auckland. The decision to enter into the production of raw sugar and sugar cane plantation was due to the company's desire to shield itself from fluctuations in the price of raw sugar needed to run its refining operations.2 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0
Last updated Oct 21, 2026.
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In 1873, Colonial Sugar Refining (CSR) began operations in Fiji in 1880 and until it ceased operations in 1973, had a considerable influence on the political and economic life of Fiji. Prior to its expansion to Fiji, CSR was operating sugar refineries in Melbourne and Auckland. The decision to enter into the production of raw sugar and sugar cane plantation was due to the company's desire to shield itself from fluctuations in the price of raw sugar needed to run its refining operations. In May 1880 Fiji's Colonial Secretary John Bates Thurston persuaded CSR to expand into operations into Fiji by making available 2,000 acres (8.1 km2) of land to establish plantations.2
Timeline
- 1880Founded Founded1
Links
- WikipediaColonial Sugar Refining Company (Fiji)
- WikidataQ5148382
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