Lack of Clarity on Tax Scheme Begins to Slow Biodiesel Commitments

Lack of Clarity on Tax Scheme Begins to Slow Biodiesel Commitments

Biodiesel pricing is seen moving higher this week across much of the Midwest and south-central US. California biodiesel pricing was mixed, but mostly higher. Economics and questions surrounding the 2025 producers tax credit are souring many on the market.

A blender mentioned sentiment at the NIOP meeting was pessimistic surrounding renewables, oil, and the crush. Many companies are backing off making Q4 decisions without additional clarity on the tax structure.

Without knowledge on how CI scores are going to be calculated, modeling for the future will not work. Understanding market economics is a challenge when the pieces are all in place, but when key components are removed, the market slows.

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12.10.2024

September renewable diesel shipments to West Coast reach new high

September renewable diesel shipments to West Coast reach new high

September interregional shipments of biodiesel to the West Coast were down, while flows of renewable diesel (RD) to the region reached a six-month high, monthly data released on November...

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Gulf UCO prices continue to rise, Midwest fats remain ‘soft’

Gulf UCO prices continue to rise, Midwest fats remain ‘soft’

Prices for used cooking oil (UCO) delivered to the US Gulf Coast continued to climb on Tuesday December 10, even as markets softened in other regions.

Sizeable volumes...

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Bloodmeal prices rise with strong demand

Bloodmeal prices rise with strong demand

Ruminant bloodmeal traded higher late Monday and on Tuesday December 10, up to $1,200 per short ton FOB Missouri River.

The move comes due to increased demand and...

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