Farmers received some welcome news this week as USDA released an interim rule for climate-smart crops used as biofuel feedstocks.
A move that the department says will create new market opportunities for producers while also enhancing climate benefits.
Brian Jennings with the American Coalition for Ethanol spoke with RFD-TV’s own Tammi Arender on details of the 45Z credit, any missing guidance, and the next steps moving forward.
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