Venturing Into the Voluntary Market

RISING OPPORTUNITY: This spring, Richardton, North Dakota-based Red Trail Energy became the first ethanol plant to enter the voluntary carbon market. PHOTO: RED TRAIL ENERGY

May 14, 2024

BY Luke Geiver

USGBC: Second edition of Aquacumbre expands outreach to new regions

By U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council

June 12, 2026

Coproducts Markets

The USGBC’s regional office for Latin America in May held the second edition of Aquacumbre in Guayaquil, Ecuador, a trade-oriented event that introduces the technical and nutritional excellence of U.S. products in aquaculture feed applications.

By Erin Krueger

June 09, 2026

Markets Business Coproducts

The U.S. exported 173.62 million gallons of ethanol and 1.02 million metric tons of distillers grains in April, according to data released by the USDA FAS on June 9. Exports of both products were down when compared to the previous month.

By U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council

June 09, 2026

Coproducts Business Markets

USGBC staff members in May traveled to Indonesia to conduct a series of site visits to key dairy and feedlot operations to assess market opportunities and strengthen engagement with the local livestock sector.

By Carbon Direct

June 05, 2026

Business Carbon Capture

Carbon Direct has released Sustainable Agricultural Biomass Sourcing for CDR: A Buyer's Guide — one of the first globally applicable frameworks for sourcing agricultural residues as feedstock for carbon dioxide removal (CDR) projects.

By U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council

June 04, 2026

Coproducts Markets

USGBC Senior Marketing Specialist Javier Chávez and USGBC Marketing Specialist Eduardo Martinez Gonzalez led a team of Mexican feed nutritionists to an educational seminar at the University of Nebraska.

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

2027 International Biomass Conference & Expo

March 2-4, 2027

COBB CONVENTION CENTER | ATLANTA,GEORGIA

Now in its 20th year, the International Biomass Conference & Expo is expected to bring together more than 1000 attendees, 180 exhibitors and 100 speakers from more than 25 countries. It is the largest gathering of biomass professionals and academics in the world. The conference provides relevant content and unparalleled networking opportunities in a dynamic business-to-business environment. In addition to abundant networking opportunities, the largest biomass conference in the world is renowned for its outstanding programming—powered by Biomass Magazine–that maintains a strong focus on commercial-scale biomass production, new technology, and near-term research and development. Join us at the International Biomass Conference & Expo as we enter this new and exciting era in biomass energy.View More