Indonesia plans to use corn for large-scale bioethanol production
In Ukraine, UkrAgroConsult reported that Indonesia is preparing to develop regional bioethanol production hubs using sugarcane, cassava and corn as feedstocks.
The program is aimed at strengthening the country’s energy security and increasing the role of agriculture in the energy transition.
The Agriculture Ministry is working with administrations in 44 districts to identify potential production areas and determine the most suitable crops. The government plans to establish integrated production hubs combining feedstock cultivation with bioethanol processing, according to the report.
Authorities are preparing up to 2 million hectares of land across different regions to support the industry. The areas are expected to create a dedicated feedstock base for bioethanol plants and ensure stable supplies of sugarcane, cassava and corn.
The program is part of Indonesia’s broader strategy to reduce reliance on imported energy and develop its domestic biofuel industry, the report added.
Category: Fuels
