Everything 'Old' can be New Again
July 08, 2009
A biomass conversion technology developer has created a plan for large, grain-based ethanol producers to host cellulosic ethanol facilities, and reap the energy rewards.
Covering Your Grass
By Ryan C. Christiansen
July 08, 2009
Some ventures to produce cellulosic ethanol propose using dedicated energy crops such as switchgrass and miscanthus as feedstocks. However, unlike row crops, dedicated energy crops are not supported by crop insurance programs. What is being done to level the playing field?
Duckweed ‘Quacks' Volumes of Potential
By Bryan Sims
July 08, 2009
Since the late 1960s, scientists have studied duckweed for animal and human consumption because of its high protein content. Researchers are now tapping into the plant's innate environmental benefits, from desalinating wastewater to exploring its potential as a viable starch-based feedstock for ethanol production.
Sourcing Equipment in Developing Countries While Minimizing Risk
By Gregory T. Benz and Ling Du
July 08, 2009
Purchasing operating equipment out-of-country can save money, but it is necessary to take the proper steps to ensure a quality product.
How Consolidation can Affect Shareholder Value
By Scott McDermott
July 08, 2009
Consolidation has been a way of business, particularly in the food and agriculture sectors, for up to 100 years, in some cases. In a period of industry stress such as is currently being experienced in the ethanol industry, it is important to step back and review what history teaches us about consolidation and what it could mean to the creation and destruction of shareholder value.
WASDE: Corn prices decline, boosting ethanol producer margins
By Hope Deutscher
July 08, 2009
Construction to begin on Alberta advanced energy research facility
By Hope Deutscher
July 08, 2009
Sturtevant, Crown Iron Works enter into exclusive supply agreement
By Hope Deutscher
July 08, 2009
A Call to Action
By Hope Deutscher and Erin Voegele
July 08, 2009
Although the ethanol industry is currently facing numerous challenges in both public perception and economics, speakers at this year's International Fuel Ethanol Workshop and Expo encouraged attendees to take action - address the challenges head on and look to the future of the industry and the potential benefits of cellulosic ethanol.
Prices slide with seasonal demand slipping
By Rick Kment, DTN Biofuels Analyst
July 08, 2009
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