As Zach Schaffner prepares his equipment for planting later this month, he has a new companion onboard – biodiesel fuel. The Michigan soybean grower is trying a B5 biodiesel blend for the first time this year, and he’s bringing us along on his biodiesel journey. Schaffner admits to being initially skeptical about biodiesel, influenced by
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Some farmers are saying the market for their soybeans remains unstable because of the ongoing trade negotiations. One sign of their anxiety is that they are renting a record amount of storage space for their soybeans, hoping to weather out the current crisis, according to the president of the Wisconsin Farmers Union. “I’m hoping that
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The supply of U.S. corn and soybeans has grown over the past decade and is projected to increase further in the coming years. In the past, large supplies have been partly absorbed by both export markets and biofuel production. However, going forward, exports are unlikely to grow sufficiently to offset projected supply increases. Instead, demand
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The Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition recently partnered with the Michigan Soybean Committee to develop a comprehensive one-pager for farmers. The one-pager highlights ASTM fuel quality standards and OEM approvals, providing additional assurance that biodiesel is a high-quality fuel suitable for use in farm equipment. About MiABC The Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition (MiABC) helps support energy
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When it comes to hauling tens of thousands of pounds across long distances, there’s no room for error. The fifth-wheel connection between a tractor and trailer is critical—and now, thanks to Iowa-based Gear Head Lube, that vital connection can be lubricated with a soy-based grease pad that is clean, easy to use, and now gone
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The Farm Progress Show heads back to Illinois in 2025, celebrating its 20th anniversary in Decatur, Illinois, August 26-28, 2025. This year’s event adds new features, exhibits, and more to the show site. Why come? Matt Jungmann doesn’t miss a beat with that question. “To stay up to date on the latest in the industry,
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