11.22.2024
Biodiesel margins rise, but window of opportunity limited
Biodiesel margins continued to rise during the week to Friday November 22. The bean oil/heating oil (BOHO) spread boosted margins by falling to its lowest level since August 27.
Ruminant MBM trading was lower again today topping out at $260 out of the Mo. River market and $248 FOB Panhandle. Illinois action was reported at $260 and the Illinois renderer market was down $40, trading at $200. Sources suggested that material may be moving at sub-$200 levels. Weaker exports and buyers smelling blood in the water have all led to a precipitous drop in the MBM market.
Porcine trading was lower as well, topping out at $300 FOB Mo. River and…