July 1st, 2026
The USDA on June 25 announced its final Regenerative Feedstock Rule is ready for release. The action provides a voluntary pathway for farmers to capture value from regenerative agriculture practices via the 45Z clean fuel production credit.
The Senate Ag Committee on June 23 released a Farm Bill 2.0 discussion draft. The legislation includes a major revamp of the Section 9003 loan guarantee program, including language allowing grants of up to $10 million for certain eligible projects.
SAF Magazine, the Commercial Aviation Alternative Fuels Initiative and the Canadian Sustainable Aviation Fuels Initiative released the preliminary agenda for the 2026 North American SAF Conference & Expo, taking place Aug. 25-27 in Tacoma, Washington.
The USDA on June 18 released data showing the cost of soybean production is expected to increase more than 4% this year, reaching $$683.89 per acre. Per-acre costs are currently expected to expand by an additional 3% in 2027.
Petrobras on June 19 announced its board of directors has approved a $1.2 billion project to produce sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and renewable diesel at its existing Presidente Bernardes Refinery (RPBC), located in Cubatão, São Paulo, Brazil.
The U.S. EPA on June 18 released data showing nearly 2.02 billion RINs were generated under the RFS in May, up nearly 4% when compared to the same month of last year. Total RIN generation for the first five months of 2026 reached 9.66 billion.
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The government of Alberta, Canada, on June 12 launched an effort to update its renewable fuels standard (RFS) program, which has been in effect since 2011. The province aims to implement updates by Jan. 1, 2028.
Data released by the U.S. EPA on June 18 indicates D4, D5 and D6 RINs were trading at significantly higher prices in May 2026 than they were one year ago. The average price of D3 RINs was down slightly.
XCF Global advances toward initial renewable diesel production with planned transition to SAF
By XCF Global Inc.
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XCF Global Inc. on June 24 provided an update on the advancement of its New Rise Renewables Reno facility as it progresses toward initial production during a period of heightened volatility across global fuel markets.
Brazil-based Petrobras on June 17 announced it has completed the production and sale of its first batch of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) made from CORSIA-certified soybean oil. The soybean oil was sourced from Bunge.
Honeywell on June 17 announced that its modular Ecofining process technology, specialized pumps, compressors, and integrated control and safety systems will help drive SAF and renewable diesel production for Acelen Renewables’ biorefinery.
Braya Renewable Fuels on June 15 celebrated an exciting milestone for the Come By Chance refinery when it completed its first sale of renewable diesel for the Canadian market. The transaction was for 100,000 barrels of renewable diesel.
Team M3 Meeting
August 10-13, 2026
SOUTH SIOUX CITY MARRIOTT RIVERFRONT | SOUTH SIOUX CITY,NEBRASKA
For nearly two decades, the TEAM M3 Meeting has served as one of the ethanol industry’s most collaborative and practical maintenance-focused gatherings. Built by maintenance managers for maintenance managers, the event creates an environment where ethanol producers, plant personnel and industry vendors openly share operational challenges, maintenance solutions and reliability strategies. The 2026 TEAM M3 Meeting is being explored as a continuation of the same peer-driven event style and Sioux City-area location the industry has supported for years — while enhancing communication, exhibitor coordination, sponsorship opportunities and overall event organization.View More
North American SAF Conference & Expo
August 25-27, 2026
GREATER TACOMA CONVENTION CENTER | TACOMA,WASHINGTON
Taking place August 25-27, 2026 in Tacoma, Washington, the North American SAF Conference & Expo, produced by SAF Magazine, in collaboration with the Commercial Aviation Alternative Fuels Initiative (CAAFI) will showcase the latest strategies for aviation fuel decarbonization, solutions for key industry challenges, and highlight the current opportunities for airlines, corporations and fuel producers. The North American SAF Conference & Expo is designed to promote the development and adoption of practical solutions to produce SAF and decarbonize the aviation sector. Exhibitors will connect with attendees and showcase the latest technologies and services currently offered within the industry. During two days of live sessions, attendees will learn from industry experts and gain knowledge to become better informed to guide business decisions as the SAF industry continues to expand. View More
North American Biocarbon Conference
March 2-4, 2027
COBB CONVENTION CENTER | ATLANTA,GEORGIA
The North American Biocarbon Conference, co-located with the International Biomass Conference & Expo, brings together the full value chain of carbon-negative and carbon-smart technologies in one powerful, integrated event. By aligning biocarbon producers, biomass power generators, biochar innovators, carbon-removal buyers, project developers, and equipment providers with the broader biomass, biogas, CHP, pellet, and renewable-power industries, this co-located experience creates unmatched cross-sector engagement. Attendees gain access to expanded networking opportunities, dual-track educational programming, a unified expo hall, and a broader pool of commercial partners—all designed to accelerate the deployment of biocarbon solutions, scale climate-positive markets, and strengthen the emerging carbon-removal economy across North America.View More
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