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DEWALT® Biobased Bar and Chain Oil Made with US Soy

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Professional landscapers, arborists, utility crews, forestry professionals and homeowners may not realize it, but one of the newest renewable products carrying the trusted DEWALT® name is made in part from American-grown soybeans. DEWALT® Biobased Bar & Chain Oil was developed by DGP (formerly Environmental Lubricants Manufacturing) with support from the Ohio Soybean Council and soybean

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Soy-Based Products Are Creating Opportunities for Farmers, Consumers, and the Environment

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For decades, soybeans have been recognized as one of America’s most versatile crops, serving as a foundation for food, animal feed and renewable fuels. Today, however, a new wave of innovation is redefining what soy can do. From industrial lubricants and firefighting foam to construction materials, plastics and consumer products, soybeans are increasingly replacing petroleum-derived

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Biomass-based Diesel Production Hits All-Time High

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New federal data released by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) demonstrates that America’s biomass-based diesel industry is responding to stronger market signals with record-setting production. According to figures highlighted by Clean Fuels Alliance America in July, U.S. producers generated a record 494 million gallons of domestic biomass-based diesel in June, underscoring the industry’s ability

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Goodyear Continues to Expand Its Use of Soybean Oil

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The United Soybean Board is recognizing The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company for expanding its use of soybean oil across a growing lineup of Goodyear- and Cooper-branded consumer tires. Incorporating soybean oil into tire compounds helps improve tread flexibility in colder temperatures, enhancing traction on snow- and ice-covered roads while also delivering dependable grip in

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Building a Stronger Biofuel Supply Network in Michigan Through Greater Education and Transparency

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Expanding access to biodiesel and other advanced biofuels, such as renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), starts with stronger connections across the supply chain. This week, the Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition (MiABC) brought producers, fuel distributors, fleet operators, and industry partners together at ZFS Ithaca for its inaugural stakeholder meeting to discuss opportunities to

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MiABC Hosts Inaugural Stakeholder Meeting at ZFS Ithaca

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The Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition (MiABC) recently welcomed stakeholders from across the state to its inaugural stakeholder meeting at ZFS Ithaca, Michigan’s largest soybean processing facility. The event brought together representatives from agriculture, renewable fuels, fleet operations, and industry to strengthen partnerships while highlighting the critical role Michigan soybeans play in advancing the state’s bioeconomy.

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B20 Club: Suburban Communities Commit to Sustainability with Low-Carbon B20 Biodiesel

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Two Chicago suburban communities – the Village of River Forest and Village of Skokie – solidified their commitment to environmental sustainability by joining the B20 Club of Illinois. As new members, River Forest and Skokie join other Illinois communities and organizations working toward cleaner air and more sustainable operations by fueling with B20 biodiesel. Established

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U.S. Soy Inside Innovation in Athletic Fields, Tracks & Infill

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Athletic fields and tracks are embracing a new era of American-made high-performance sports surfaces that blend cutting-edge technology with plant-based materials, such as soybean oil grown by U.S. farmers.  Oregon Episcopal School in Portland and Fresno State University’s Valley Children’s Stadium in California are examples of schools that have installed AstroTurf® RootZone® GT-B Blend, which in 2024

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Soy-Based Firefighting Foam Gaining Ground Nationwide

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Innovation with biobased feedstocks continues to advance across industries, and the fire and safety market is no exception. For decades, firefighters have relied on foam retardants that proved effective in suppressing fires—but often came with unintended environmental and health impacts. A new solution is helping change that narrative. Enter SoyFoam™ TF 1122, a fluorine free,

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New Crush Plants and Trade Progress Position U.S. Soybeans for Major Upswing

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The U.S. soybean market is gaining momentum, driven by a bullish combination of renewed purchase commitments from China—following recent trade negotiations—and rapidly expanding domestic crush capacity. Together, these forces have analysts watching for a potential breakout. According to University of Minnesota (UMn) grain market economist Ed Usset, the latest report from the National Oilseed Processors

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