The USDA says it will make up to $800 million available to support biofuel producers and infrastructure. The announcement includes $700 million for biofuel producers and renewable fuel markets impacted by the pandemic.
USDA says the funds will be available through the new Biofuel Producer Program authorized by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act).
It will also make $100 million available to increase the sales and use of higher blends of bioethanol and biodiesel with improvements to infrastructure.