SOURCE: USDA/INTL FCStone
December 11, 2013
BY Jason Sagebiel, INTL FCStone Inc.
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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.
The USDA on June 18 released data showing the cost of corn production is expected to increase by nearly 6% this year, reaching $935.79 per acre. Per-acre costs are currently projected to grow an additional 2% in 2027.
In June, the USGBC invited influential journalists and representatives from weekly Japanese business journals to the U.S. for interviews and site visits related to the use of bioethanol as a feedstock for sustainable marine fuel (SMF).
The Brazilian National Bank for Economic and Social Development (BNDES) on June 15 approved R$500 million ($96.93 million) in financing for FS to support the construction of a new 540 MMly (142.65 MMgy) corn ethanol plant.
To help young drivers learn about the value and importance of caring for their vehicles and choosing the right fuels, the RFA is sponsoring a series of car care workshops for girl scouts via its partnership with the Girls Auto Clinic.