Biofuels and ethanol key to the future of U.S. agriculture - High Plains Journal

Biofuels and Ethanol in U.S. Agriculture

Ethanol and biofuel are key considerations for High Plains farmers who need added value for their crops, according to Ken Eriksen.

As U.S. agriculture navigates global markets, evolving energy demands, and sustainability goals, biofuels, particularly ethanol and renewable diesel, play a pivotal role in shaping the future of corn and soybeans.

The role of biofuels remains pivotal in shaping the future of corn and soybeans.

The Renewable Fuel Standard has transformed U.S. agriculture over the past two decades, influencing how crops like corn and soybeans are grown, stored, and exported.

Author's summary: Biofuels are key to the future of U.S. agriculture.

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High Plains Journal High Plains Journal — 2025-10-31