In Brazil, Canal Rural reported that the Mato Grosso Institute of Agricultural Economics (Imea) predicts a 10.03% increase in total ethanol production in 2024/2025, with corn accounting for the bulk of this volume. The high productivity of corn in Mato Grosso is considered the main reason for the boost in ethanol production in the state, […]
In Argentina, Bichos de Campo reported that a group of rural producers in Buenos Aires province announced their intention to set up a bioethanol plant with an installed capacity of 90,000 cubic meters per year. The report noted that producers have already raised a total of $25 million for the initiative, which would require a […]
In Oklahoma, Southwest Ledger reported that National Corn Growers Association CEO Neil Caskey, said that the passage of a yearround ethanol-15 will be key for the corn sector in the country. “And we need other legislative initiatives that will allow us to sell higher blends as well. That is how we are going to be […]
In Missouri, Brownfield reported that the amount of corn used for ethanol production during October 2024 was slightly less than October 2023, according to the USDA. The USDA stated that 460.493 million bushels of corn were used for ethanol production, up 3% on the month and down only slightly on the year, partially due to […]
In Canada, The Western Producer reported that the importation of biofuel made from Chinese used cooking oil threatens the domestic market for Canadian canola, according to an industry executive. “It’s a big deal,” said Chris Vervaet, executive director of the Canadian Oilseed Processors Association, which represents most of the crushers operating in Canada. “It’s potentially […]
In Vietnam, VietnamNetGlobal reported that Vietnam Brazilian experts said that Vietnam has an abundance of raw materials for biofuel production. In a seminar on the role of ethanol in sustainable mobility, officials and business representatives from Brazil and Vietnam discussed how dialogue and cooperation can accelerate the energy transition in countries, especially bioenergy and agroindustry. […]
In Missouri, Brownfield reported that the chairwoman of National Sorghum Producers, Amy France. said the group will continue to promote sorghum as an option to help meet biofuels production goals. France said that in terms of climate-friendly crops, sorghum ranks near the top. “As we look at 45Z tax credits for the ethanol world and […]
In Malaysia, The Sun reported that Malaysia’s ambitious target to increase the domestic use of sustainable aviation fuel could begin by 2030, requiring about 42 million liters annually. A report by BMI, a Fitch Solutions company, noted that Malaysia’s National Energy Transition Roadmap has set an ambitious target, aiming for a 47% mandate by 2050, […]
In Washington, USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has given the green light to four new genetically modified (GM) plants, concluding they present no heightened plant pest risk compared to conventional crops. The four are: 1. Pennycress (CoverCress Inc.): This modified version boasts reduced levels of erucic acid, fiber, and glucosinolates in its […]
In California, the Digest announced that the Advanced Bioeconomy Leadership Conference on Next-Gen Projects & Technologies, ABLC NEXT 2023, will take place at the Hotel Nikko in San Francisco, October 18-20, 2023, as the industry undertakes more Networking for Net Zero. More than 600 delegates and 100 speakers are expected from more than 400 companies […]
