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Procedures for Quantification, Reporting, and Verification of Greenhouse Gas Emissions Associated with the Production of Domestic Agricultural Commodities Used as Biofuel Feedstocks Comments

NASDA

Comment Re: Procedures for Quantification, Reporting, and Verification of Greenhouse Gas Emissions Associated with the Production of Domestic Agricultural Commodities Used as Biofuel Feedstocks (Docket No. USDA-2024-0003) Dear Director Hohenstein, NASDA appreciates the opportunity to respond to the U.S. territories.

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20 Sustainable Sips to Cheer For

Food Tank

According to a study published in the Journal of Cleaner Production and Beverages , the production of alcoholic beverages can contribute to greenhouse gas emissions, land degradation, and water depletion. The brewery is located on a small but busy farm with apple orchards, market gardens, two greenhouses, an apiary, and a flock of chickens.

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PFAS Shut Maine Farms Down. Now, Some Are Rebounding.

Civil Eats

Until a few years ago, Songbird Farm in Unity, Maine, grew wheat, rye, oats, and corn, as well as an array of vegetables in three high tunnel greenhouses, and supported a community-supported agriculture (CSA) program for over 100 customers. The sources of contamination were numerous. What we are working on now is the breakdown method.”

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A Mid-Scale Anaerobic Biodigester Creates On-Farm Renewable Energy

ATTRA

This biodigester project comes after years of biofuel research and experimentation by Steiman at the college. The process of anaerobic digestion for production of natural gas is straightforward. The digestate goes through a liquid removal process and can then be used for bedding in the barn.

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Syngenta Seeds and Sustainable Oils to Sell Camelina Seed

Agwired

Camelina protects land like a cover crop providing a range of environmental benefits, including soil health and reduced greenhouse gas emissions. It is valued for its low water usage, quick maturity, and resilient yields.

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Three Types of Data Biofuel and Ethanol Producers Need Now for 45Z

DTN

It provides incentives for the agriculture sector to increase sustainable farming practices; it is poised to reduce biofuel and ethanol production costs while increasing profit margins; and helps lower greenhouse gas emissions across multiple sectors. A third party, such as a grain marketer can help source sustainable grains.

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What is Driving Artificial Intelligence Adoption for Wholesale Fuel Markets?

DTN

Larger companies have more interest and greater capability to utilize AI in their everyday processes, which allows them to gain better insights into customer behavior, optimize supply chain management, and reduce operational costs so that they can gain market share and perpetuate their growth.