Refined sugar prices in the United States are holding near two-year highs amid supply uncertainty largely related to the U.S. sugar producers ongoing trade case against Mexico.

2014-crop loan rates unchanged from 2013-crop rates.

Stocks-to-use ratio still indicates inadequate supply for next year.

T.R.Q. at minimum levels despite tight stocks-to-use ratio of 6.9%.

Department of Commerce asserts subsidies give Mexican sugar an unfair advantage.

Duties as high as 17.01% may be imposed.

Cargill and Copersucar form Alvean, which will originate, commercialize and trade raw and white sugar.

Ending stocks tumble 42% from July for next year.

Niche sweeteners are expected to surge in the market for sugar and sweeteners, according to Packaged Facts.

One area of reform may involve more focus on sugar prices instead of just supply by the U.S.D.A.