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Mar. 18, 2026 Agri-Pulse reports: Washington, DC -- Deputy Agriculture Secretary Stephen Vaden has good news for farmers waiting for strong biofuel-blending rules from EPA and pro-ethanol legislation from Congress. Both are on their way, Vaden predicted in a talk at the University of Arkansas. EPA's final biofuel regulations for this year and next will be the "most pro-biofuel rule put in place by any administration of either party," Vaden says. That will help drive momentum for Congress to finally pass legislation to allow year-round sales of higher ethanol fuel blends, known as E15, according to the second highest-ranking USDA official. Vaden also is optimistic about the demand outlook for airplane fuel made from U.S. ag products. Japan's recent agreement to buy American sustainable aviation fuel has already led to at least one proposal to build a SAF plant in the United States that can supply the Asian nation, he said at the event on Tuesday without providing details. Marine fuel is also a huge opportunity. In Europe, all new vessels of shipping giant Maersk can be powered by biofuels, and the Danish-based company replaces 5% of its fleet each year, according to Vaden. To read more about his remarks click here. Tweet |
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