Ethanol Industry Diversifies Feedstock to Support Rural Value Chains
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What happened
Bharati Balaji, Deputy Director-General of the All India Distillers’ Association, stated that the ethanol industry supports rural value chains and energy security by utilizing various agricultural resources. The industry is evolving into a multi-feedstock ecosystem, drawing from surplus Food Corporation of India rice, damaged foodgrains, and sugar-based feedstocks, in addition to maize.
Why it matters
The growing use of maize and other diverse feedstocks demonstrates the ethanol industry's expansion within India's domestic biofuel ecosystem. This diversification helps ensure that different end-use sectors are supported, though maize prices remain influenced by overall production and market demand.
Who's involved
- BalajiDeputy Director-General of the All India Distillers’ Association
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