On Friday, March 27, 2026, at the White House Great American Agriculture Celebration on the South Lawn, President Trump announced that U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized the historic Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) “Set 2” final rule. This rule establishes the renewable fuel volume requirements for 2026 and 2027 at the highest levels in program history, increasing the use of homegrown American biofuels as the Trump EPA continues putting American farmers first and ensuring American energy independence. By reducing America’s reliance on foreign oil and delivering long-term certainty for America’s farmers, the “Set 2” rule creates a larger, more reliable domestic market for U.S. crops—strengthening rural economies and creating thousands of jobs throughout the country.
Here’s what people are saying:
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Brooke Rollins: “[This] announcement is truly historic for our nation’s farmers and energy producers. These numbers represent the highest levels of biofuels ever required to be blended into our fuel supply. With President Trump and Administrator Zeldin’s leadership, these historically high volumes are expected to create a $3 to $4 billion dollar increase in net farm income. The Renewable Fuel Standard Set 2 Rule will create a $31 billion dollar value for American corn and soybean oil for biofuel production in 2026, which is $2 billion more than in 2025. Our farmers are stepping up to grow American energy dominance.”
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds: “Grateful for the announcement from President Trump and EPA on the RVOs for 2026 and 2027. [This] news strengthens energy security and provides certainty and support for our farm families and biofuel producers!”
Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA): “Thanks to President Trump and Administrator Zeldin for keeping promises to rural America and raising RVOs to HISTORIC levels. Great news for Iowa farmers and biofuel producers and will help lower gas prices. Also looking forward to the half values for foreign fuels feedstock to put American farmers first.”
Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA): “I can think of no better way to wrap up two weeks of honoring Iowa farmers than by elevating their voices and values to the highest levels. [This] announcement underscores the Trump Administration’s commitment to upholding the vital role homegrown biofuels and Iowa agriculture play in lowering fuel prices and bolstering our nation’s energy independence. After years of work to support our farmers and producers, I’m thrilled to have helped deliver the highest levels of biofuel blends for our nation’s fuel supply and strengthen the integrity of the RFS to create an even more prosperous rural America.”
Senator Jerry Moran (R-KS): “Great news for Kansas farmers & biofuels producers! EPA finalized new Renewable Fuel Standards, boosting renewable fuel volumes & supporting domestic markets for biofuels. I applaud the [Administration] for this decision which will strengthen U.S. energy independence & rural economies.”
Source : epa.gov