Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been categorized as “Biofuels/Energy”
Severe weather, high expenses, and global uncertainty are hitting farmers on all sides, squeezing them to the break-even point. Forty-four agricultural groups this week got laid out challenges facing rural America in the letter to President Trump. The March 19th letter recognizes progress has been made enhancing the farm risk management tools and securing much-needed tax relief for farmers, but additional resources are …
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin has issued a temporary emergency fuel waiver allowing the sale of E15 nationwide. According to the Agency, “Through the waiver, EPA is fortifying the domestic gasoline supply chain and providing Americans relief at the pumps ahead of the summer driving season. Beginning on May 1, 2026, EPA’s waivers will work to prevent disruption …
Bottom Line analysts say the initial spike in crude oil has run its course for the most part in their view, but it will have a long tail, as they say. Prices stabilizing near $100, with a very slow decline. Countries and governments making alternative plans. Grains have followed higher from a distance. Really no news on their own to warrant such an increase, …
Strait of Hormuz Bottlenecks: Global Energy and Fertilizer Trade at Risk The global energy and agricultural markets are facing renewed uncertainty as Operation Epic Fury continues in Iran. The Southeast AgNet’s recent Bottom Line report highlights growing concerns over shipping disruptions in the strategically critical Strait of Hormuz. This vital waterway plays a major role in international trade, especially for …
With the reduction in the estimated Agricultural trade deficit that was recently announced, we sat down with Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Luke Lindberg to learn what factors were impacting this reduction. Under Secretary Lindberg said, “You know, we’ve had really some significant progress across not only a number of different markets around the world, where we’ve had …
USDA Secretary Rollins Supports President Trump’s Push for Year-Round E-15 Sales U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins voiced strong support for President Donald Trump’s call for congressional action to allow the nationwide, year-round sale of E-15 gasoline, underscoring the administration’s continued focus on strengthening biofuel markets, energy security, and rural economies. President Trump made the announcement during remarks in Iowa, …
Propane Education and Research Council Highlights Funding Opportunities for Farmers The Propane Education and Research Council (PERC) is reminding agricultural producers about funding opportunities designed to help offset the cost of investing in propane-powered equipment on the farm. These incentives are aimed at expanding propane use in agriculture while improving efficiency, reliability, and energy resilience for producers. We caught up …
Propane Offers New Opportunities for Agricultural Producers The Propane Education and Research Council (PERC) is encouraging agricultural producers to take a closer look at how propane can play a larger role on today’s farms and ranches. With growing concerns about electric grid reliability and increasing energy demands, propane is emerging as a dependable and flexible energy solution for a wide …
Corn Market Holds Steady as Ethanol Demand Signals Upside Potential The corn trade has remained relatively lackluster in recent weeks, moving within a defined trading range and lacking a strong directional push. However, underlying fundamentals suggest the market may have the potential to work higher, particularly if demand trends continue to strengthen. One of the most supportive factors for corn …
Life Before Electricity on the Farm In the early 1930s, life in rural America looked vastly different from city living. Roughly nine out of ten rural homes were without electric power, leaving farm families to rely on daylight for nearly every task. Work began at sunrise and ended when the light faded. Without electricity, homes were illuminated by kerosene lanterns, …
