Addition Quote by Tom Vilsack
“It is critical to develop a biofuel industry powered by feedstocks produced in every corner of the country, in addition to the Midwest. That is why USDA has established five regional research centers working on science necessary to ensure profitable biofuels can be produced from a diverse range of feedstocks.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: USDA announcement on biofuel research centers
Developing a nationwide biofuel sector using diverse local feedstocks to ensure profitability and energy independence
In simple terms: Build a biofuel industry across the country using local resources
Key Takeaway
Invest in regional biofuel research
Themes
energy
economics
agriculture
Mood
optimistic
pragmatic
Type
policy
economic
When to use this quote
- farmers adopting new crops
- policy makers allocating funds
- companies scaling production
- communities benefiting from jobs
Key Concepts
sustainability
regional development
feedstock diversity
Questions to Reflect On
- What feedstocks could be most viable locally?
- How can policy ensure fair competition?
A Different Perspective
Market volatility and technology gaps may hinder profitability
