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04.18.2024

Total RFS blending falls in March, domestic biodiesel blending increases

Total RFS blending falls in March, domestic biodiesel blending increases

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reported 1.66 billion gallons of renewable fuel blended within the nation’s transportation fuel pool during March. Blending was six percent below February and one percent under March 2023. Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) credit...

04.18.2024

EU UCO premium to US continues to grow

EU UCO premium to US continues to grow

The US animal fats and oils market was mostly quiet on Thursday April 18, with a handful of price changes reported. Choice white grease (CWG) into the Missouri River traded as low as 37.50 cents per lb FOB, with...

04.18.2024

Ruminant meat and bonemeal price pressure in most regions

Ruminant meat and bonemeal price pressure in most regions

Price pressure was reported on several regions for meat and bone meal, ruminant and porcine items. Market sources said buyer pushback and light demand, with exception to the pet food industry, has started to weigh on market prices.