Podcasts about Biofuel

Aviation and marine transport together account for approximately 15% of global oil consumption—a substantial share driven by sectors that are among the hardest to decarbonize. Unlike road transport or power generation, these industries face unique constraints: the high energy density required, long operating ranges, and the limitations of onboard storage mean that electrification or hydrogen solutions remain technologically and economically unfeasible in the near to medium term.In response, policymakers and industry leaders are increasingly focusing on low-carbon liquid fuels as transitional solutions. Chief among these are Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and Hydroprocessed Esters and Fatty Acids (HEFA), both of which can be used in existing infrastructure and engines with minimal modification. These fuels can be of biological origin—typically derived from waste oils, agricultural residues, or purpose-grown feedstocks—or synthetic origin, such as Power-to-Liquid (PtL) fuels produced via electrolysis and CO₂ capture.Globally, significant efforts are underway to scale up these alternatives. The European Union, for instance, has introduced blending mandates through the ReFuelEU Aviation and FuelEU Maritime regulations, requiring a gradual increase in the share of SAF or other renewable fuels used in transport. These policies are supported by a range of subsidies, research programs, and emissions trading mechanisms (e.g., EU ETS inclusion for aviation and shipping), all designed to stimulate supply and demand for cleaner fuels.To help unpack the complex interplay of technical, economic, and regulatory challenges, we invited Callum McPherson, Chair of its Sustainable Business Forum and Head of Commodities at Investec, a London-based investment bank. With a mandate to structure and trade a wide array of fuels, Callum provides real-world insight into how these markets are evolving—and the limitations that remain.Some of the key topics Laurent and Gerard explored with Callum included: Which green fuels have realistic pathways to scale, and which are unlikely to work due to poor energy return on investment, unsustainable feedstocks, or prohibitively high costs? How will regional mandates, particularly those in the EU, impact global markets—and will they be enforceable in practice? What role will synthetic fuels play, given their dependence on clean electricity, high capital costs, and still-immature supply chains?What emerges is a highly nuanced picture. Despite the political momentum and technological progress, the fundamental economics remain challenging. Current estimates suggest that the cost of abating one tonne of CO₂ in these sectors can easily exceed €1,000 requiring considerable public support, whether stick or carrot.High costs and regulatory uncertainties are probably some of the reasons why Shell has decided not to complete the construction of a SAF refinery in Rotterdam.Laurent and Gerard conclude that while green fuels are a necessary part of the decarbonization toolkit, they are far from a silver bullet. The financial and ecological trade-offs are significant, and at current cost trajectories, these fuels will make only a marginal dent in overall emissions curves—at least in the near term.  Finally, an excellent book on the general topic of biofuels by Michael Grunwald:  "We Are Eating the Earth: The Race to Fix Our Food System and Save Our Climate."“The views and opinions expressed by Callum Macpherson are his own and are provided for information purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice, recommendation, or an offer to buy or sell any financial products or commodities. No representation or warranty, express or implied, is made as to the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information discussed. Listeners should not place reliance on any of the information share, and we accept no responsibility or liability for any loss arising directly or indirectly from the use of or reliance on such information. Commodities and other investments carry risks, and past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Before making any investment or financial decision, you should seek independent advice from a qualified professional, taking into account your own objectives and circumstances.”    

More and more attention is being paid to biofuels and the fuel combinations available to consumers.

Our fortnightly market update. We talk on this podcast about the livestock industry trending higher, the sheep ships no longer coming and the impact of the new biofuels announcement from Albo on the grain and livestock sectors. 

Markets closed lower across the grain complex, with several outside factors weighing on trade. On today's Final Bell, Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics joins to break down the drivers. Key discussion points: Grains under pressure: Why the board couldn't hold early support. EPA biofuel ruling: Policy uncertainty continues to cloud outlook. Federal Reserve: Interest rate decisions and what they signal for commodities. Exports: Where U.S. sales stand in the global marketplace. Cattle on Feed: Expectations heading into Friday's report. Zuzolo highlights the intersection of policy, global demand, and market psychology that producers need to watch as the week unfolds.

The Federal Government announces more than a billion dollars towards the bioenergy industry, Australia's processor cow indicator reaches a record high price, and the South Australian wine industry launches its first industry brand and website.

More and more attention is being paid to biofuels and the fuel combinations available to consumers.

Season 5: Episode 216 In this episode of North American Ag Spotlight, Chrissy Wozniak sits down with Jacqui Fatka, Lead Economist for Farm Supply and Biofuels at CoBank, to discuss the shifting landscape of biofuels and the growing role of aviation fuels in agriculture. With over two decades of experience in ag policy, trade, and renewable fuels, Jacqui provides valuable insights into how demand for aviation fuel is reshaping feedstock markets and creating both opportunities and challenges for U.S. farmers.The conversation explores how federal policy is driving investment in biofuels, how aviation fuels are influencing traditional crops like corn and soy, and what new feedstock options may come into play. Jacqui shares her perspective on how producers can prepare for increased volatility, how trade and global markets tie into this shift, and what rural cooperatives and agribusinesses need to know to stay ahead.Looking forward, Jacqui highlights the biggest hurdles to scaling aviation fuels and the role of infrastructure, investment, and innovation in meeting demand. She also previews her upcoming role as moderator of the Sustainable Aviation Fuels panel at the Women in Agribusiness Summit this September, where industry leaders will discuss biofuels investment trends and how aviation fuel adoption will impact feedstock markets.Learn more about CoBank at https://cobank.com/#farm #farming #agricultureNorth American Ag is devoted to highlighting the people & companies in agriculture who impact our industry and help feed the world. Subscribe at https://northamericanag.comWant to hear the stories of the ag brands you love and the ag brands you love to hate? Hear them at https://whatcolorisyourtractor.comDon't just thank a farmer, pray for one too!Send us a textSubscribe to North American Ag at https://northamericanag.com

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Three wise men met and discussed the Seven Sins of The Energy Transition. Laurent, Gerard and Michael dissect seven sectors that have captured attention, investments and public money and are at best dead ends, at worst disasters waiting to happen.Greed — “Subsidy Mining in a Lab Coat” (Carbon Capture & Direct Air Capture)A capital-intensive detour that soaks up public money while delivering trivial abatement at extreme cost, great PR for incumbents, weak climate math. Gluttony — “Three Kilowatt-Hours to Move One” (Hydrogen-for-Energy)An energy-wasting appetite: make H₂ with clean power, then throw most of that power away moving, compressing, liquefying, and reconverting it—useful only in narrow industrial niches. Sloth — “Always ‘On Time' by 2040” (Small Modular Reactors)Perma-prototype promises that stay years late and dollars short while wind, solar, and storage deploy at scale now. Pride — “We Will Bottle the Sun” (Fusion Salvationism)Technological hubris as strategy: a captivating physics quest, but not a climate plan for the 2030s. Invest in science, don't budget on miracles. Lust — “Drop-In Fantasies for Every Engine” (Biofuels-Everywhere)The seductive promise of pouring yesterday's fuels into tomorrow's problems; keep them for hard-to-electrify edges, not as a universal fix. Wrath — “Culture War at Sea” (America's Offshore-Wind Own-Goals)Ideological backlash, litigation, and policy whiplash torch viable projects and local supply chains while the rest of the world builds.Envy — “Green Halo by Checkbox” (ESG Box-Ticking)Chasing ratings and labels instead of real-world decarbonization and cash-flow-relevant risk; better to separate E, S, and G and measure outcomes   

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is currently seeking grant applications from gas stations looking to upgrade their infrastructure to offer E15, gasoline blended with 15% ethanol, at the pump. Minnesota Department of AgricultureSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Ep. #117, Jerry speaks with Dr. John Fleming, treasurer of the state of Louisiana, for a wide-ranging conversation. Topics include: Do decarbonization efforts, from net zero to carbon capture, actually do anything? How racial gerrymandering creates a more polarized nation The history of property rights — and why that matters in creating wealth for ordinary Americans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall says it's time to stop kicking this can down the road because year-round E15 sales would fuel the economy.

Canola is big money in Saskatchewan, so being slapped with a Chinese tariff is tough news for already stressed producers. We check in with farmers Chad Nagy and Lesley Kelly and an expert who wants to see more Canadian canola used domestically in biofuels.

In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show, Dr. Daniela Jones from North Carolina State University joins us to discuss groundbreaking research in biofuels, sustainable farming practices, and the impact of data-driven solutions on crop production. She explores topics such as optimizing biomass supply chains and applying machine learning to improve sweet potato grading. Dr. Jones also highlights the critical role of interdisciplinary collaboration and data integration in advancing the field of crop science. Don't miss this episode—tune in now!"We're pairing satellite images with in-field data to inventory current practices and plan future incentives for sustainable tillage."Meet the guest: Dr. Daniela Jones, Assistant Professor and Ag Analytics Director at North Carolina State University, specializes in data-intensive modeling for sustainable agricultural systems. With a Ph.D. in Biological and Agricultural Engineering from Texas A&M University, she collaborates with leading laboratories to enhance biofuel production and crop analytics. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates data from gene expression, soil sensors, and satellite imagery to optimize agricultural outputs.Liked this one? Don't stop now — Here's what we think you'll love!What you will learn:(00:00) Highlight(00:56) Introduction(03:50) Ongoing research(07:01) Biofuels supply(07:46) Machine learning(14:09) Tillage practices(23:15) Sweet potato(25:59) Final questionsThe Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:- KWS

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It was a positive day for grains and a choppy one for livestock. On today's Final Bell, Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics joins Lacey Shippy to unpack the action. Soybeans rally: Biofuel policy uncertainty and weather models fuel a breakout, with charts pointing toward June highs. Corn and wheat: Corn fights to join the bean rally while wheat shows technical strength, closing positive after weeks of losses. Exports and weather: Strong global demand and shifting high-pressure patterns keep grains supported. Cattle on Feed preview: Tight supplies, uncertain Mexican imports, and placement estimates set the stage for Friday's report. Zuzolo explains why this week feels like another USDA report day, with the EPA decision and crop tour results adding weight to the trade.

Oil Group Challenges Trump Plan to Cut Biofuel Import Credits

On Friday's AOA, we start the show with a look at the cattle markets to end the week and start the month of August with Kyle Bumsted from Allendale. In Segment Two, we discuss the economic impact of blueberries and talk with Kasey Cronquist, President of the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC). Next up in Segment Three, we discuss the latest news surrounding sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) with Jacqui Fatka, Lead Economist, Farm Supply and Biofuels at CoBank. Then we close the show with a D.C. policy news update from Jerry Hagstrom with The Hagstrom Report in Segment Four.

A new report finds that Australia could build a $36 billion low-carbon fuel industry, cut emissions by 230 million tonnes by 2050 and lessen reliance on imported fuels, but only if it acts promptly.  

We saw heavy selling in the cattle futures to close out Thursday and the month of July while the grain markets were a mixed bag with corn up slightly and soybean oil under pressure? Are trade and tariff concerns adding additional weight to markets that already feel overly bearish? Bryan Doherty with Total Farm Marketing joins us to discuss on today's show. More at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com. The cattle market kicked off the week facing month-end pressure, lingering uncertainty around Brazil tariffs, and the impact of widespread rains that are helping pasture conditions and encouraging more heifer and cow retention. Joining us this week for Cattle Chatter with Susan Littlefield is Joe Kooima with Kooima Kooima Varilek. Traders are still digesting last week's reports, which continue to shape early-week market tone. The bright spot? Cash trade is stronger once again—and beef consumption is up 4% year over year, a positive sign for long-term demand. Also today, Corteva Agriscience, along with Bunge Chevron Ag Renewables LLC, launched a winter canola program across the Mid-South U.S. two years ago to provide farmers an alternative for winter crop rotation. And as winter canola harvest wraps up across this year, farmers are exceeding yield expectations for a second year with an average yield of 53 bu/A with Pioneer® brand winter canola hybrids. Chad Berghoefer, Corteva Agriscience Global Product Director, Biofuels, joins Jesse Allen to share an update on the winter canola program. Learn more online at https://www.pioneer.com/us/products/winter-canola/winter-canola-faqs.html

Forget drilling—what if diesel could be grown instead?In this episode we head into the world of engineered biology with Paul Beastall, CEO of HutanBio. He explains how his team is cultivating an oil-rich microalgae, previously unknown to science, that thrives in desert heat, tolerates high salinity, and could transform the future of sustainable fuel.From modular algae farms that resemble vineyards more than refineries, to carbon-negative bio-oil ready for aviation, shipping, and long-haul transport, this is a story of breakthrough biology meeting global-scale energy challenges.Paul breaks down the tech, the economic viability, and why scale, not science, is now the final hurdle.We need to move away from fossil fuel dependence, and with electrification or hydrogen fuels a system that requires huge industrial change this could be a transition technology that words.Curious how a startup of 15 is challenging the oil industry? Listen now and find out.“This isn't just green fuel—it's a carbon-negative replacement for fossil diesel.” – Paul Beastall You'll hear about:·      HutanBio's focus on using microalgae to produce sustainable fuels.·      The need for sustainable fuels being increasingly recognised globally.·      How microalgae can absorb CO2 while growing, making it carbon negative.·      Innovative growth techniques include using photobioreactors for efficiency.·      How harvesting involves separating oil from biomass for fuel production.·      Why the economics of sustainable fuels are challenging but necessary for the green economy.·      The carbon footprint of algae-based fuels is significantly lower than fossil fuels.·      Funding is crucial for scaling up production and achieving business goals. Connect with Dr. Ewelina KurtysLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulbeastall/?originalSubdomain=uk Website - https://hutanbio.com/  Connect with me:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markdavison100/ If you need any lab equipment:Grant Instruments: https://www.grantinstruments.com/ Grant Instruments on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grant-instruments-cambridge-ltd/ 

In the ongoing quest to boost yields and reduce agriculture’s carbon footprint, Bayer is zeroing in on crop innovations that tackle both. Speaking at the company’s research farm near Saskatoon, SK, Bayer Canada president Antoine Bernet outlined updates to the DEKALB canola lineup and plans to expand into new oilseed crops. “We are enhancing our... Read More

In this podcast, our market experts discuss the recent developments in the US biofuels industry and the impact it's having on the specialised tanker market. A look back at the previous core flows, cargoes and vessels that were involved in US imports of biofuels and renewable feedstocks With the US blenders tax credit being replaced with the 45Z tax credit scheme, get insights into what the scheme is and what impact it has on freight markets Following the tax policy change that followed President Trump's Big Beautiful Bill, find out what to expect in the specialised tanker market Other key U.S. policy changes to be aware of    

National City has made efforts to reduce its number of industrial businesses in recent years with the goal of improving air quality and resident health.But a new new proposed biofuel depot is raining concerns in a city that has long sought to curb pollution.Also on KPBS Roundtable, the Chula Vista City Council passed an ordinance last week with new regulations on who can ride e-bikes and where. We take a look into the city's tighter restrictions on young e-bike users.Then, we share other stories in this week's roundup.Guests:Kori Suzuki, South Bay and Imperial Valley reporter, KPBSCrystal Niebla, infrastructure and government accountability reporter, inewsourceAshley Rusch, producer, KPBS

American biofuel manufacturers will use over half of all the soybean oil produced in the U.S. next year. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Biofuel supporters are giving testimony before the Environmental Protection Agency on its proposed 2026 and 2027 Renewable Volume Obligations. NAFB News ServiceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dive into this powerful panel from the TopSoil Summit as industry leaders discuss the future of biofuels and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Learn how agriculture is positioned to play a pivotal role in transforming clean fuels for aviation and beyond.✨ Featured Speakers:Meg Whitty — Vice President of Corporate Affairs and Marketing at LanzaJet, a global leader in SAF development. Meg shares insights from her 17+ years in biofuels, spanning USDA, United Airlines, and cutting-edge SAF supply chain initiatives. She explores the evolving clean fuel landscape and agriculture's growing role in aviation sustainability.Kyle Ross — Head of Process Development at BioVeritas and chemical engineer specializing in scaling bio-based technologies. Kyle highlights how corn—including low-carbon corn—is being transformed into jet fuel while reducing carbon intensity, and what this means for agriculture and the renewable fuels industry.

Geoff Cooper, President & CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association, kicked off Continuum Ag's TopSoil Summit with a powerful keynote: “Farmers & BioFuels: A Time-Tested Connection.”In his presentation, Geoff explored the longstanding partnership between agriculture and the biofuels industry, sharing timely insights on:✅ The current state of renewable fuels✅ Updates from Washington, D.C., including the latest on Section 45Z✅ Market trends in the Renewable Fuel Standard, trade opportunities, and global biofuel demandWith decades of experience and policy leadership, Geoff offered a compelling look at where the biofuels industry stands today and where it's headed next.

The Big Beautiful Bill is signed — 45Z is officially LOCKED IN through 2029! This emergency press conference breaks down what this means for farmers, biofuel producers, and ag companies.✅ How 45Z helps you earn premiums on low-CI grain✅ Key takeaways from the Big Beautiful Bill when it comes to 45Z✅ Next steps to profit from low-carbon agriculture

This must-watch panel from Continuum Ag'sTopSoil Summit unpacks 45Z. The 45Z Connections Panel helps explain how 45Z could shape the future of agriculture and renewable fuels.Moderated by Continuum Ag's COO Brad McDonald, this panel featured experts who break down the legal, financial, and compliance angles of this new federal incentive:Molly Stevens – Analyst at Mickelson & CompanyWalks through monetizing 45Z, how ethanol producers can benefit, and how farmers can tap into new opportunities.Paul Neiffer, CPA – Author of the FarmCPA blog & Top Producer columnistCovers tax strategy, estate planning, and how ag businesses can financially prepare for 45Z and beyond.Jack Sodak – Lead Verifier at EcoEngineersExplains carbon intensity (CI) scoring, compliance requirements, and how farmer data plays into participation in low-carbon fuel markets.

Join RaboResearch oilseed analysts as they unpack how evolving US biofuel mandates and global geopolitics are reshaping oilseed, vegetable oil, and meal markets. A surprising policy shift in the US has sent ripples across the globe, offering long-term demand support to the oilseed industry — assuming all else remains equal.   RaboResearch Disclaimer: Please refer to our Australian RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com.au/knowledge/disclaimer, our New Zealand RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.co.nz/knowledge/disclaimer, and our Global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com/knowledge/disclaimer/011410028/disclaimer for information about the scope and limitations of the Australian, New Zealand, and Global RaboResearch material published on the podcast.

In this week's episode, we cover major USDA updates, including a new farm security initiative and the appointment of Stephen Vaden as USDA Deputy Secretary. We also take a closer look at the closure of southern ports following a New World Screwworm outbreak. In the headlines, a screwworm outbreak near the Mexico border halted livestock imports and delayed key port reopenings as both the U.S. and Mexico invest millions in containment efforts. President Trump raised tariffs on South Korea and Japan to 25%, with additional trade actions expected later this month. Biofuel groups welcomed the EPA's newly proposed fuel standards for 2026 and 2027. Plus, President Trump voiced support for allowing immigrant farmworkers to remain on U.S. farms. This week, Delaney and Tanner sat down with Andrew Coppin, founder and CEO of Ranchbot. They dive into the latest industry dynamics, the importance of southern border monitoring and key biosecurity measures regarding the screwworm pest. Coppin also shares why the threat of New World Screwworm isn't just a Texas issue, it's a national concern for all livestock producers. Stay connected with us for more agriculture content on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and YouTube, along with our weekly videos!

Hydrocarbon Processing sat down with Rajesh Gattupalli, President and CEO, Honeywell UOP, to discuss operational efficiency and profitability in refining and petrochemical operations. This includes various topics such as AI-driven tools that increase unit uptime and throughput, SAF production and adoption, emissions mitigation, digital tools shaping the workforce of the future, and much more.

The Big Beautiful Bill is signed — 45Z is officially LOCKED IN through 2029! This emergency press conference breaks down what this means for farmers, biofuel producers, and ag companies.✅ How 45Z helps you earn premiums on low-CI grain✅ Key takeaways from the Big Beautiful Bill when it comes to 45Z✅ Next steps to profit from low-carbon agriculture

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Mike Wills speaks to Transport Minister Barbara Creecy, following her detailed 2025/26 Budget Vote speech in Parliament. Minister Creecy outlined a strategic, reform-focused approach to restoring the country's passenger, freight, and aviation systems. While acknowledging the tough economic outlook, she insists that decisive reforms can unlock investment, job creation and safer transport across the board. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5Follow us on social media:CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For anyone who's been hoping for a surprise to boost markets recently, good news came from an unexpected place earlier this month. After months and months of delay, and multiple anonymous sources suggesting that biofuel levels were set to disappoint the industry, the actual numbers announced by EPA stunned watchers with a proposed 2 billion gallon jump up in the biomass based diesel requirements. And that was just the start of the upside news on renewable fuels.To help us follow the twists and turns of the latest updates, DTN Staff reporter Todd Neeley joins us today with analysis on the EPA's proposal, as well as news from the courts, state policy, and beyond. We'll dig into the RFS ethanol levels as set in the proposal, as well as what still might be ahead this summer for E15, especially with recent positive changes coming out of California. We'll also get an update on the state of the RINs market and a legal step forward for small refinery waivers. We'll also venture beyond the fuels space to hear news about the Make America Healthy Again, or MAHA, report, and get a breakdown on how ag has and hasn't been included, and what the next steps may be. Finally, we'll hear more on some emerging lawsuits around discrimination, glyphosate liability.

As climate change accelerates and traditional crops face mounting pressures from drought, extreme weather, and soil depletion, innovative solutions are emerging from unexpected sources. Explore the soil-restoring potential of the pongamia tree with Marc Diaz, Chief Commercialization Officer at Terviva, an agtech company that has spent over a decade unlocking this hardy species' dual capabilities as a nutritious food source and sustainable fuel feedstock. Through their Ponova platform, Terviva is demonstrating how pongamia can restore degraded agricultural land while building equitable supply chains that empower smallholder farmers, particularly women in India, with above-market wages and technical support. The tree's versatility extends beyond environmental benefits. Pongamia beans are rich in both protein and oil, positioning them as valuable ingredients for food applications while simultaneously serving as feedstock for biodiesel and sustainable aviation fuel.Marc explains how pongamia's nitrogen-fixing properties improve soil health over time, making it ideal for regenerative agriculture practices, while its protein- and oil-rich beans serve as valuable ingredients for both food applications and biofuel production. With recent partnerships involving Chevron Renewable Energy Group and Japan's Idemitsu scaling pongamia cultivation for sustainable aviation fuel, and expansion into citrus-depleted regions of Florida and California, this versatile tree exemplifies the kind of adaptive, multi-purpose approach needed for climate-resilient agriculture. He also shares insights into what farmers need most when transitioning to climate-resilient crops: technical support, financial backing, and education about new cultivation methods. By addressing these needs while placing equity at the center of their business model, Terviva is proving that commercial success doesn't require compromising social impact.Tune in to discover how one species is helping reimagine food and fuel systems for a changing world, and learn more at terviva.com and ponovafoods.com.

A gasoline blend with 15 percent ethanol offers a cheaper option at the pump and a steady market for Nebraska's corn producers. For some members of Nebraska's federal delegation, allowing its sale year-round is a legislative priority, while others say ethanol expansion comes with negative environmental and economic impacts.

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Brian Roach with StoneX joins the discussion for the first time to talk through the big picture. Plus, a more detailed discussion on what is driving the soybean market. Listen in!

On today’s show, host Shaun Haney is joined by Kelvin Heppner and Lyndsey Smith, both of RealAgriculture, and Tyler McCann of CAPI for the RealAg Issues Panel. They discuss topics including: Annual FPT ag ministers’ meeting being postponed; Ideal outcomes for the upcoming G7 meeting; and, Recognizing the complex drivers of market prices. Plus, stick... Read More

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