Biodiesel Sector Unhappy Over Lack Of Growth In RFS ‘Set’ Volumes

Jan 17, 2023

The biodiesel industry is venting its frustration at EPA over what industry officials say is the agency’s “woeful” underestimate of current and future production capacity for the sector, which has led EPA to propose blending volumes under the renewable fuel standard (RFS) for 2023 through 2025 that are far lower than required, biodiesel advocates say.

During a Jan. 10-11 public hearing on EPA’s proposed “set” rule, industry representatives urged officials to overhaul their calculations underpinning the rule in order to correct errors and certain market assumptions that they say drove the agency to propose inadequate blending volumes for the fuels. EPA’s “set” proposal allows for only modest growth in the volumes for biomass-based diesel, which includes biodiesel and renewable diesel, two related types of fuel.

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Video: Winter Service Inspections for John Deere Equipment - The FarmCast Ep64

The FarmCast, host Troy Randall speaks with Doug Luedke, Vice President of Service, and Davin Peterson, Executive Vice President of Aftermarket at 21st Century Equipment, to discuss the importance of proactive service and how it helps farmers reduce downtime during their busiest seasons. The conversation focuses on the Winter Service Inspection Program, a comprehensive approach designed to keep equipment running at peak performance and limit costly in-season breakdowns through preventative maintenance and expert technician support.

Doug and Devin explain how 21st Century Equipment’s service teams have evolved to meet the needs of today’s connected machines. With more technology and data integrated into modern equipment, technicians now play a vital role in both mechanical repairs and precision ag support. Through advanced diagnostics, machine monitoring, and John Deere’s Expert Alerts, they can identify and address potential issues before they become major problems—saving customers valuable time, money, and frustration.

Throughout the discussion, the team shares real-world success stories demonstrating how proactive inspections and customer-focused service help maximize uptime and efficiency for every operation. Whether it’s a large tractor, combine, or small mower, the goal remains the same: to provide trusted, reliable support that helps farmers and landowners stay productive and confident in their equipment year-round.