A dispute between two partners of a large sugar factory in northern Myanmar has led to legal actions and ongoing conflicts, impacting the socio-economic lives of sugarcane farmers and the country's sugar industry. This conflict, exacerbated by a lack of specific sugar cane laws and regulations in Myanmar, has raised concerns about the nation's investment climate. The need for the Department of Agriculture to intervene and establish a sugar cane authority to provide guidance and protect farmers' interests is underscored. The outcome of this conflict is crucial for the perception of Myanmar's sugar industry on the global stage.