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USDA revises down forecast for soybean production, yields

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By Erin Voegele

November 08, 2024

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The USDA released its latest Crop Production report on Nov. 8, reporting reduced forecasts for 2024 soybean production and yields. Both production and yields, however, are up significantly when compared to last year.

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The USDA maintained its forecast for 2024-’25 soybean oil use in biofuel production in its latest World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report, released Nov. 8. The U.S. season-average price for soybean oil was revised up 1 cent per pound.

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U.S. operable biofuels capacity was at 24.9 billion gallons per year in August, down slightly from the previous month, according to data released by the U.S EIA. Feedstock consumption was up when compared to the previous year.

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In proceedings before California energy and environmental agencies, the Engine Technology Forum called on policymakers to recognize the continued importance of advanced renewable biodiesel fuels.

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Cathay has announced its Corporate Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Programme has achieved significant growth this year. The program partners together in 2024 have committed to using 2,650 metric tons of SAF (equal to 906,000 U.S. gallons).

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Wizz Air has announced it will trial operations using SAF in collaboration with Airbus. The trial will involve flights across two major routes with SAF supplied by Cepsa and distributed by World Fuel Services.

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Marathon Petroleum Corp. on Nov. 5 confirmed the Martinz Renewable Fuels biorefinery in California remains on track to be operating at full nameplate capacity by the end of the year. At full capacity, the facility can produce 730 MMgy.

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The U.S. exported 67,975.3 metric tons of biodiesel and biodiesel blends of B30 or greater in September, according to data released by the USDA on Nov. 5. Biodiesel imports were at 88,055.9 metric tons for the month.

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The American Fuel & Petrochemicals Manufacturers on Nov. 1 petitioned the U.S. EPA to waive a portion of the compliance year 2024 Renewable Fuel Standard renewable volume obligation (RVO) for cellulosic biofuel.

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Hill Aircraft has furthered its commitment in providing alternative jet fuel through an expanded support agreement with World Fuel Services that will make it the first FBO in Georgia to offer dedicated SAF for business aviation customers.

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Imperial Oil Ltd. on Nov. 1 confirmed that its renewable diesel project under construction at the company’s Strathcona refinery near Edmonton, Alberta, continues to progress on schedule with startup expected during the first half of next year.

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Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey on Nov. 1 sent a letter to the California Air Resources Board demanding the agency rescind proposed changes to its LCFS. CARB is expected to vote to adopt proposed LCFS amendments on Nov. 8.

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ZeaKal on Oct. 30 announced that PhotoSeed has been validated as the first sustainability-embedded trait technology for agriculture. PhotoSeed enhances photosynthetic capacity, increasing soybean oil by 15%.

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BioVeritas LLC has announced the launch of The BioVeritas Process for SAF. This breakthrough technology converts biomass via fermentation into volatile fatty acids (VFAs), a key precursor for a range of high-value products, most notably SAF.

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PBF Energy Inc. on Oct. 31 announced that its St. Bernard Renewables facility produced 13,000 barrels per day of renewable diesel during the third quarter. Production is expected to increase during the fourth quarter.

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The California Air Resources board has announced an historic agreement with the nation’s leading passenger and cargo airlines to dramatically accelerate the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for flights within the state.

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CVR Energy Inc. on Oct. 29 announced that the renewable diesel unit at its Wynnewood refinery in Oklahoma processed 19.6 million gallons of vegetable oil feedstock during the third quarter, down from 23.8 million gallons during the same period of 2023.

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The USDA on Oct. 29 announced it is awarding $39 million in grants to more than three dozen projects under its Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program to support increased availability of ethanol and biodiesel.

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The USDA on Oct. 29 announced it is allocating $200 million to the newly created Biobased Product Market and Access Grant Program, which will support innovative biobased technologies and bridge the gap between pilot-scale demonstrations and commercial viability.

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The call for presentation abstracts for the 18th Annual International Biomass Conference & Expo, produced by Biomass Magazine, is now open. The event will take place March 18-20, 2025, at the Cobb Galleria Centre in Atlanta, Georgia.

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Phillips 66 on Oct. 29 reported that its renewable fuels segment was impacted by lower margins during Q3, but company officials expect margins to improve moving forward. The company also reported it began producing SAF in September.

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Italian energy company Eni and U.S.-based KKR on Oct. 24 announced an agreement under which KKR will purchase a 25% stake in Eni’s Enilive business, which encompasses the company’s biorefining, biomethane, and smart mobility solutions businesses.

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SAF offers a significant opportunity for growth in the biofuel sector and a new revenue stream for farmers, but realizing that potential will depend on the establishment of favorable policies and adequate incentives, according to CoBank.

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Staten Island Ferries and NYC Ferry begin testing renewable diesel

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By New York City Department of Transportation

October 25, 2024

New York City officials on Oct. 21 announced that the Staten Island Ferry and NYC Ferry will begin testing the use of renewable diesel fuel, a petroleum-free alternative to traditional diesel fuel that reduces carbon emissions by 60% or more.

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DHL Express and DHL Global Forwarding are furthering their sustainability goals through a contract renewal with IAG Cargo, the cargo handling division of International Airlines Group, to use an additional 60 million liters of SAF on behalf of DHL.

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Neste Corp. on Oct. 24 released third quarter financial results, reporting that its renewables segment has been impacted by overcapacity and lower-than-expected voluntary demand for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).

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Valero Energy Corp. released Q3 financial results on Oct. 24, reporting increased production for both its ethanol and renewable diesel segments. Valero’s SAF project is expected to be fully operational before the end of the year.

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Montana Renewables LLC has delivered its first shipment of 7,000 gallons of SAF to Dearborn, Michigan's Buckeye Pipeline facility. From there, the fuel will be transported to the Detroit Metropolitan Airport via pipeline for use by Delta Air Lines.

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Philippines implements B3 mandate

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By Erin Voegele

October 24, 2024

The Philippines on Oct. 1 increased its coco-methyl ester (CME) biodiesel mandate from B2 to B3, according to a report filed with the USDA FAS. The mandate is scheduled to increase to 4% in October 2025 and 5% in October 2026.

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Signature Aviation has announced the expansion of its blended SAF offering to six new locations across the U.S. following a blended SAF supply agreement with Valero Marketing and Supply Co. a subsidiary of Valero Energy Corp.

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