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August 3, 2012
A weekly look at sustainable bioenergy, farm, and forest policy issues
Should the Renewable Fuel Standard Be Waived in Times of Drought?
The continuing drought and heat wave across the United States has damaged or destroyed much of the nation’s corn and soybean crop. Soaring futures prices for these commodities are hitting livestock and biofuel producers alike. The livestock industry and its allies are calling for Congress and the EPA to roll back the Renewable Fuel Standard to reduce demand for corn. But is this warranted? What are the alternatives?
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EESI Op Ed
The Farm Bill now under consideration in Congress will have a direct impact on America's energy security. Unfortunately, that impact is likely to be negative if the House doesn't reconsider its current position before the looming deadline of September 30, when the current Farm Bill expires.
Writer: Ned Stowe
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