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However, despite its attractive environmental benefits, biofuel production is not without its challenges and concerns. This guide will compare the advantages and disadvantages of biofuel while exploring the impact and outlook on the economy, the agricultural sector, and the oilseed industry.
Biofuel production and consumption in the U.S. have generally increased each year since the early 1980s, largely due to various government policies and programs that incentivized the use of biofuels to reduce dependence on fossil fuels.
Ethanol accounts for the largest share of U.S. biofuel production (82%) and consumption (75%). Most ethanol is made by fermenting the sugars in crops like sugar cane or starches in grains like corn, sorghum, and barley. In the U.S., nearly all ethanol is produced from corn kernel starch.
Further research is vital to overcoming economic and environmental challenges while enhancing the benefits of biofuel production. Technological and crop advancements are improving sustainability, especially with next-generation feedstocks.