In Nebraska, NTV reported that The University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) Extension is investigating methods to combat the western bean cutworm, a significant threat to corn and dry bean crops. Vojin Miloevi, an agroecosystem entomology research intern, explained that while the cutworm does not directly kill plants, it can cause yield losses of up to 40%. […]
In Ukraine, UkrAgroConsult reported that Canadian farmers are projected to produce more wheat, canola, grain corn, barley, and oats in 2025, but less soybeans, compared to 2024, according to data by Statistics Canada. The entity’s August Major Field Crop Assessment, released on September 17, cited higher yields and generally favorable weather as reasons for the […]
In Kansas, KSNW reported that the CEO of the Kansas Soybean Association expressed concerned about soybean farmers going bankrupt this year in the state. Kansas farmers are beginning to harvest their roughly 4 million acres of soybean crops, but their biggest buyer, China, is looking to other countries to meet its soybean needs this year. […]
In California, Grand View Research reported that the Middle East bio-based plastics market size is projected to reach $813.7 million by 2033, up from $409.1 million in 2024 The research firm noted that the market is forecast to expand at a CAGR of 8.0% from 2025 to 2033. Improvements in bioprocessing and chemical conversion are […]
In the UK, SeaTrade Maritime News reported that Lloyd’s Register (LR) launched its new Biofuel Advisory service. The report noted that the new service aims to provide end-to-end support for shipping companies adopting biofuels across the supply chain, from production and certification through to delivery and onboard use. James Frew, Director of Lloyd’s Register Advisory, […]
In the UK, Oil & Fats International reported that Argentina’s biodiesel production in 2025 is expected to be the lowest volume on record at 1.2 billion liters, a drop of 7% compared to the previous year, according to a US Department of Agriculture (USDA) report. With domestic consumption steady, exports were forecast at a near […]
In India, BioEnergy Times reported that India is set to join the league of nations producing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) by the end of this year, according to a senior official from the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). Jane Hupe, Deputy Director, Environment Branch, Air Transport Bureau at ICAO, said that India is emerging as […]
In Bulgaria, Renewables Now reported that JFE Engineering, part of JFE Holdings, together with its partners, has put into operation a 112-MW biomass-fired power plant in Japan’s Aichi Prefecture. Leasing company Tokyo Century, Japanese utilities Chubu Electric Power and Toho Gas Co. are the other companies involved in the Tahara Biomass Power Plant, according to […]
In Indonesia, Indonesia Business Post reported that an Indonesian renewable energy company, PT Maharaksa Biru Energi (OASA), through its subsidiary PT Indoplas Energy Hijau (IEH), has established a joint venture with Chinese waste management technology provider China Tianying Inc. (CNTY) for waste management project near Jakarta. The new entity, PT Indoplas Tianying Energy, will serve […]
In Malaysia, Sarawak Tribune reported that Sarawak region has shipped 500,000 metric tons of methanol in more than 60 cargoes to international destinations over the past eight months. Sarawak Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said Sarawak made history earlier this year with its first methanol cargo shipment to China. He said […]
