The Department of Agriculture (DA) and the Department of Energy (DOE) continue to collaborate on the Renewable Energy Program for the Agriculture and Fisheries Sector (REP AFS) to undertake programs aimed at boosting the country’s energy and food security.
The Philippine Department of Agriculture (DA) will soon execute a $10 Million fuel subsidy program for farmers and fishers to reduce production costs (PhP500 Million).
Hot topics of the 19th international “Fuels of the Future” congress included the EU’s Green Deal and “Fit for 55” package, biofuels and its alternatives (e-mobility, hydrogen, electricity-based fuels); CO2 pricing; and market conditions for biofuels and their feedstocks.
Japan’s Agency of Natural Resources and Energy will accept public comments on its proposed 6th Strategic Energy Plan between September 3 and October 4, 2021. All comments must be submitted in Japanese.
Attaché Report (GAIN)

New Zealand: New Zealand Proposes Biofuels Mandate

The New Zealand Government is proposing to introduce a sustainably-produced biofuels mandate for transport fuels in New Zealand.
Attaché Report (GAIN)

Thailand: Biofuels Annual

Production of both ethanol and biodiesel continues to grow in line with consumption.
Attaché Report (GAIN)

Colombia: Grain and Feed Annual

U.S. grains have seen mixed results in the Colombian market following enactment of the U.S.-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement.
International Agricultural Trade Report

Strong Start for 2012 DDG Exports Follows Record Shipments in 2011

Production of distillers dried grains (DDG) has soared in recent years as ethanol production has grown.