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02.19.2025
US airlines quietly back away from SAF, citing government uncertainty
The largest US airlines — United, Southwest and American Airlines — appeared to be quietly backing away from sustainability pledges and support for the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in their quarterly and annual financial reports filed over...
02.19.2025
Packer BFT, Gulf UCO trade higher amid otherwise quiet market
Five railcars of packer-grade bleachable fancy tallow (BFT) traded higher at 53.5 cents per lb on a Chicago basis on Wednesday February 19.
The increase was widely expected by sources, given recent strength across the tallow markets. Over...
02.19.2025
HPAI continues to weigh on MBM markets; signs of recovery emerge
Both ruminant and porcine meat and bone meal (MBM) were reported in a wide range on Wednesday February 19, with the market continuing to report a bifurcation based on market position and customer optionality.
Ruminant MBM traded as...