The Missouri Soybean Association (MSA) applauds President Donald Trump and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for their proposed increases to renewable volume obligations (RVOs) for 2026 and 2027, calling the move a significant win for Missouri soybean farmers and rural economies.
The proposal would raise biomass-based diesel requirements from 5.61 billion gallons in 2026 to 5.86 billion gallons in 2027.
“This long-overdue proposal is a strong signal that American-grown fuels have a permanent place in our nation’s energy future,” said Renee Fordyce, MSA president and farmer from Bethany, Mo. “We thank President Trump, EPA Administrator Zeldin and Agriculture Secretary Rollins for recognizing the vital role Missouri farmers play in producing sustainable, homegrown energy.”
Fordyce said the increased volume targets provide much-needed market certainty for farmers, processors and biofuel producers, allowing for long-term planning and investment.
“Soy-based biofuels are a proven economic driver in Missouri,” Fordyce said. “They add up to 13% to the value of each bushel and offer a domestic market that helps farmers weather global trade uncertainty. This proposal puts us back on a path of smart, strategic growth.”
MSA will continue working with the EPA, USDA and industry stakeholders to ensure the final rule reflects the capacity and sustainability of U.S.-grown feedstocks.
Missouri is a national leader in biodiesel production and home to one of the largest biodiesel user fleets in the country. In 2024, the state used approximately 1.5 billion pounds of soybean oil to produce biodiesel — the equivalent of oil from about 135 million bushels of soybeans, or roughly half of Missouri’s total soybean crop. Biodiesel adds value to every Missouri-grown bushel by supporting local demand, creating rural jobs and reducing carbon emissions. The industry contributes significantly to the state’s economy through increased farm income, fuel production and expanded market access for soybean farmers.