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China to harvest record 300 million tons of corn

China to harvest record 300 million tons of corn

November 16, 2025 |

In Ukraine, UkrAgroConsult reported that China’s Ministry of Agriculture has raised its corn production forecast for the 2025-2026 season (October-September) to 300 million tons, the highest since record-keeping began in 1949. The report noted that the gross corn harvest forecast is up 1.3% from last month. The yield is higher than previously forecast, despite heavy […]

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Bangladesh commits $1.25 billion to U.S. soy in landmark deal

Bangladesh commits $1.25 billion to U.S. soy in landmark deal

November 16, 2025 |

In Kenya, Milling Middle East & Africa reported that Bangladesh’s leading soy processors and importers have pledged to purchase U.S. soybeans and soybean meal worth $1.25 billion. The letters of intent were signed on November 4, 2025, by major players in Bangladesh’s soy value chain, Meghna Group of Industries, City Group, Delta Agrofood Industries Ltd., […]

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West Biofuels launches Hat Creek bioenergy facility

West Biofuels launches Hat Creek bioenergy facility

November 16, 2025 |

In California, West Biofuels announced the opening of Hat Creek Bioenergy, a biomass-to-energy facility which the company constructed. This facility converts forest biomass into renewable power, supporting forest stewardship and providing clean energy directly to the local electrical grid, the firm said. The facility supports the sustainable management of about five square miles a year […]

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Air Liquide’s new technology converts ammonia into hydrogen at industrial scale

Air Liquide’s new technology converts ammonia into hydrogen at industrial scale

November 16, 2025 |

In France, Air Liquide announced the successful start-up of what it claims to be the world’s first industrial-scale ammonia cracking pilot unit with a 30 tons per day ammonia to hydrogen conversion capacity at the Port of Antwerp-Bruges, Belgium.  This technology proven at the industrial scale for the development of world scale ammonia cracking plants […]

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DMCI Power Corp. plans 15-MW coal-biomass power plant in Palawan

DMCI Power Corp. plans 15-MW coal-biomass power plant in Palawan

November 16, 2025 |

In India, BioEnergy Times reported that DMCI Power Corp. has announced a plan to build a new 15-megawatt power plant in the town of Narra, Palawan. The company submitted its proposal to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, revealing that the new facility would be constructed next to its existing 15-mW plant that uses […]

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P2 Science, Algenesis partner to develop algae-derived chemicals and 100% biobased polyurethanes

P2 Science, Algenesis partner to develop algae-derived chemicals and 100% biobased polyurethanes

November 16, 2025 |

In Connecticut, P2 Science and Algenesis Corporation announced a strategic collaboration to create and commercialize the raw materials to produce 100% biobased polyurethane materials.  The partnership leverages P2’s proprietary PIOz process, which converts oils derived from algae feedstocks into advanced chemical intermediates, and Algenesis’ recently commissioned Bio-Iso pilot plant and cutting-edge biobased polyurethane platforms. Together, […]

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North Sumatra to process 2,000 tons of waste into electricity starting 2026

North Sumatra to process 2,000 tons of waste into electricity starting 2026

November 16, 2025 |

In Indonesia, Tempo reported that the waste-to-energy project (PSEL) in North Sumatra Province, in Indonesia, is set to begin construction in 2026.  This national strategic project will be developed in 10 regencies and cities across Indonesia, including North Sumatra, in Deliserdang Regency and Medan City, according to the report. PSEL will convert non-recyclable waste into […]

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NXTClean Fuels selects Topsoe tech for Oregon biofuels plant

NXTClean Fuels selects Topsoe tech for Oregon biofuels plant

November 16, 2025 |

In Bulgaria, Renewables Now reported that NXTClean Fuels has decided to use Danish clean energy tech firm Topsoe’s technology for its biofuel project in Clatskanie, Oregon, to produce up to 50,000 barrels per day of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel. Under the terms of the deal, Topsoe will provide three of its advanced technologies, […]

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Global biofuel market to reach $225.9 billion by 2028, research finds

Global biofuel market to reach $225.9 billion by 2028, research finds

November 16, 2025 |

In Florida, Markets and Markets reported that the global biofuel market size is projected to grow from $167.4 billion in 2023 to $225.9 billion by 2028. The report noted that the market is forecast to expand at a CAGR of 6.2% during the period. Europe is expected to be the fastest growing region in the […]

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Study finds municipal waste could cut aviation emissions by 90 %

Study finds municipal waste could cut aviation emissions by 90 %

November 16, 2025 |

In the UK, AZO Cleantech reported that a new research published in Nature Sustainability highlights a fresh opportunity to expand SAF production: turning municipal solid waste into jet fuel.  The study shows this widely available, low-emission resource could help close the supply gap in a practical and affordable way, according to the report. Led by […]

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