FFAR & NWO Launch Greenhouses in Transition & Welcome Proposals
WASHINGTON (June 25, 2024) — As the United States and the Netherlands transition into more sustainable food production systems aligned with the U.N. sustainable development goals, investments are increasing to make the agricultural sector more sustainable. Part of
AFIA Celebrates 73 Graduates at Feed Industry Institute
ARLINGTON, Va. – June 25, 2024 – The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) acknowledged 73 graduates from its biennial Feed Industry Institute (FII) in Minneapolis, Minn., last Thursday. Attendees took part in a four-day, intensive educational forum
America’s Truck and Bus Fleets Continue Turnover to Advanced Generation of Near-zero Emission Internal Combustion Engines
WASHINGTON (June 25, 2024) — Gasoline, diesel, natural gas and propane continue to be the primary fuel and technology choices for America’s commercial trucks, transit and school buses, with the population of advanced technology near-zero emissions diesels increasing
bp to Acquire Full Ownership of bp Bunge Bioenergia While Refocusing Plans for New Biofuels Projects
bp has agreed to acquire Bunge’s 50% holding interest in its bp Bunge Bioenergia S.A. joint venture, one of Brazil’s leading biofuels-producing companies. Upon completion, bp will become sole owner of the industrial scale sugarcane and ethanol
Versatility and Durability – John Deere 6M Tractor Delivers for Farmers and Ranchers
OLATHE, Kansas (June 25, 2024) – John Deere (NYSE: DE) announced today the launch of the new 6M tractor, providing farmers and ranchers numerous options in one of the industry’s most versatile and dependable tractors. With 18 different models,
Clean Fuels Petitions EPA to Reconsider 2024 and 2025 RFS Volumes
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Clean Fuels filed a formal petition asking the Environmental Protection Agency to reconsider Renewable Fuel Standard volumes for 2024 and 2025. The agency set biomass-based diesel and overall advanced volumes significantly below actual
Corn and Soybean Ratings Fall Slightly Nationwide
(FARGO, ND) — With all the wet weather in the northwestern Corn Belt and the heat in the eastern and southern Corn Belt, it’s no surprise that condition ratings for corn and soybeans fell on this week’s
Ethanol Industry Eyes 2025 Clean Fuel Tax Credit for SAF
The ethanol industry is keeping a close eye on the pending Treasury Department Clean Fuel Tax Credit, a key for sustainable aviation fuel after a just-finished credit quickly expires. The now final 40B tax credit for biofuel-based
$25 Million to Help Expand Rural Internet Access
USDA’s Rural Development Undersecretary, Dr. Basil Gooden, says the agency is making $25 million available through the Broadband Technical Assistance Program. The funding is intended to help local organizations, cooperatives, and Tribes expand affordable, high-speed internet projects
Rain Causing Concerns for U.S. Crops
Rains in parts of the Midwest and intense heat in the East are causing significant concern for U.S. crops. The University of Illinois’ Farm Policy News says more wet weather continues to raise the fear of more