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Australian researchers investigates impact of night-time temperatures on sorghum yields

Australian researchers investigates impact of night-time temperatures on sorghum yields

February 1, 2026 |

In Australia, Ground Cover reported that a researcher is investigating whether Central Queensland’s warmer nights are behind its lower sorghum yields. A Central Queensland researcher is examining the effects of elevated night-time temperatures on sorghum this summer to understand how these conditions affect grain yields, according to the report. Doug Sands, a Principal Research Agronomist […]

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South Africa’s corn exports on rise

South Africa’s corn exports on rise

February 1, 2026 |

In Ukraine, UkrAgro Consult reported that  a report from the Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) of the US Department of Agriculture showed a positive outlook for South Africa’s 2025-26 corn crop following the previous season’s strong harvest is leading to oversupply in the domestic market with exports anticipated to increase amid lackluster growth in domestic demand. […]

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China buys more Canadian canola after Mark Carney visit

China buys more Canadian canola after Mark Carney visit

February 1, 2026 |

In Singapore, Reuters reported that Chinese importers secured up to ten Canadian canola cargoes following Prime Minister Mark Carney’s visit to Beijing in January. Canadian canola is expected to be shipped between February and April, two traders with direct knowledge of the deals said. Each cargo is of around 65,000 metric tons, according to the […]

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Heat wave hits Argentina, threatening corn and soybean crops

Heat wave hits Argentina, threatening corn and soybean crops

February 1, 2026 |

In Ukraine, UkrAgro Consult reported that hot and dry weather in Argentina is threatening corn and soybean yields. In recent days, air temperatures in the country have climbed to nearly 40°C, while key agricultural regions are in urgent need of rainfall. However, no significant improvement is expected until February, according to the report. “This heat […]

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Renewable Fuels Association welcomes Trump’s decision to reconsider year-round E15

Renewable Fuels Association welcomes Trump’s decision to reconsider year-round E15

February 1, 2026 |

In India, BioEnergy Times reported that The Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) welcomed US President Donald Trump’s renewed support for the US ethanol industry after he urged Congress to send a bill allowing year-round sales of E15 fuel and said he would approve it immediately. Speaking at an event in Des Moines, Iowa, Trump said he […]

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Oswal–Greenzo JV to develop 5 MW green hydrogen plant at Indian port

Oswal–Greenzo JV to develop 5 MW green hydrogen plant at Indian port

February 1, 2026 |

In India, SolarQuarter reported that Oswal Greenzo Energies, a joint venture between Oswal Energies Limited and Greenzo Energy India Limited, has been awarded the contract to design, supply, install, test, and commission a 5 MW Green Hydrogen Plant at Deendayal Port, Kandla, under the Government of India’s Sagarmala Initiative. Executed on an EPC basis, the […]

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Keppel and Aster collaborate on Ethanol-to-Jet SAF facility on Jurong Island

Keppel and Aster collaborate on Ethanol-to-Jet SAF facility on Jurong Island

February 1, 2026 |

In Singapore, Keppel and Aster have entered into an agreement to jointly assess the development of one of Asia’s first commercial‑scale Ethanol‑to‑Jet (EtJ) SAF facilities on Jurong Island, Singapore. The proposed plant is expected to have a planned production capacity of up to 100,000 tons of SAF per year, subject to final investment decision and […]

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Renewable diesel market to reach $48.3 billion by 2032, research finds

Renewable diesel market to reach $48.3 billion by 2032, research finds

February 1, 2026 |

In India, DataM Intelligence reported that the global renewable diesel market size reached $24.67 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach $48.33 billion by 2032. The market is expected to expand at a CAGR of 8.77% during the forecast period 2025-2032. North America is the largest renewable diesel market, holding around 46.5% of the […]

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Bahia strengthens role in biofuels with higher biodiesel output and growing exports to Europe

Bahia strengthens role in biofuels with higher biodiesel output and growing exports to Europe

February 1, 2026 |

In India, BioEnergy Times reported that the state of Bahia, in Brazil, is gaining a stronger position in the biofuels sector as it continues to increase biodiesel production, expand exports to Europe, and reinforce its role in the shift toward renewable energy.  This progress is being driven by investments from Petrobras Biocombustível (PBio), upgrades at […]

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Waste Energy Corp confirms lead engineer onsite in Midland for 90-day facility build-out and commissioning

Waste Energy Corp confirms lead engineer onsite in Midland for 90-day facility build-out and commissioning

February 1, 2026 |

In Texas, Waste Energy, a clean-energy company converting non-recyclable waste into usable fuel and renewable energy products, announced that its lead engineer is now onsite at the company’s Midland, Texas facility and will remain in Midland for approximately 90 days to oversee installation, system integration, commissioning, and initial launch activities for the company’s waste-to-energy conversion […]

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