John Deere Announces B30 Biodiesel Compatibility Across Engine Portfolio
B30 biodiesel is now approved for use in all Tier 4 John Deere Power Systems engines. Announcement supports John Deere’s commitment to advancing renewable fuels On August 26, 2025, John Deere announced the approval of B30 (30% biodiesel) use across its entire portfolio of Tier 4 John Deere engines. This increases the previous approval of blends up to B20 […]
Gear Head Lube Takes Soy-Based Fifth-Wheel Grease Pads Around the World
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 […]
MiABC, Stakeholders Participate in American Great Lakes Ports Association Annual Conference
The Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition (MiABC) was in Chicago for the American Great Lakes Ports Association’s 2025 Annual Conference last week. Technical Director Pete Probst and Sustainability and Outreach Director Bailey Arnold participated in two days of engaging sessions and conversations around the challenges and opportunities facing ports on the Great Lakes. Pete and Bailey […]
NREL Releases 2024 Assessment of BQ-9000 Biodiesel Properties
Latest report confirms exceptional fuel quality from BQ-9000 accredited producers The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) announced the findings of the Assessment of BQ-9000 Biodiesel Properties for 2024, the eighth in a series of annual reports documenting the quality of biodiesel from U.S. and Canadian producers participating in the industry’s voluntary BQ-9000® accreditation program. The report, […]
Clean Fuels Asks EPA to Sustain Robust Biobased Diesel Volumes in 2026-2027 RFS
Clean Fuels Alliance America filed comments Aug. 8 on U.S. EPA’s proposed Renewable Fuel Standards for 2026-’27. Clean Fuels expressed appreciation for EPA’s intent to provide consistent RFS growth in recognition of investments in new capacity from U.S. farmers, feedstock providers and biobased diesel producers EPA proposed a robust step-change in biobased diesel and advanced […]
MiABC, Thumb BioEnergy Host Educational Tour
The Michigan Advanced Biofuels Coalition (MiABC) partnered with Thumb BioEnergy, the Michigan Soybean Association, and Clean Fuels Michigan to host an education session and tour of Thumb BioEnergy’s facility in Sandusky, Michigan. Participants were treated to a Biodiesel 101 presentation that covered what biodiesel is, what it is made from, how it is made, and […]
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