A new S&P Global Energy study released today shows how expanded biofuel markets are a catalyst for agriculture, revitalizing farm communities, stabilizing farm incomes, and providing both food and energy security.
Commissioned by U.S. Farmers and Ranchers in Action (USFRA), the research, titled “Fueling Agriculture: Biofuels as the Catalyst,” offers a detailed, evidence‑based assessment of agriculture’s future and presents a data-driven roadmap for sustainable growth.
“This research demonstrates that biofuels are not just an energy solution—they’re an economic engine that could transform farming’s future,” said Maryland farmer Chip Bowling, Vice Chair of USFRA. “New evidence offered by highly respected experts at S&P Global Energy show that biofuels can unlock agriculture’s potential to provide abundant and affordable food, feed and fuel.”
USFRA held a press conference to announce the findings of the report, with comments from Bowling, as well as CEO Kevin Burkum, Sens. Chuck Grassley (R-IA) and Tina Smith (D-MN), and Kelsey Barnes, USDA Senior Advisor for Rural Development and Biofuels.
USFRA biofuels press conference (29:39)
Providing details on the study was Kevin Lindemer, Vice President, CERA Consulting Downstream and Biofuels, S&P Global Energy
USFRA biofuels report - Kevin Lindemer (15:32)
Watch the full press conference on the USFRA YouTube channel.