Energy

U.S. Corn Growers: Producing Food and Fuel

National Corn Growers address the debate on whether or not the use of corn in the production of biofuels threatens the food supply.

Water Use by Ethanol Plants: Potential Challenges

The shortage of available water could become the Achilles heel of the ethanol boom if more efficient use of water isn't made a priority, according to a new report by IATP.

Assessing the Bioeconomy

To better understand what others in the U.S. and around the world think about this emerging economy, IATP conducted an informal survey in September 2006. The survey went out to multiple networks that IATP has developed over the years as part of its international trade work, as well as U.S.-based domestic farm and environmental networks.

Where are future markets for Midwestern Agriculture? Right here!

Cultivating Minnesota's New Rural Economy

Minnesota companies have been on the cutting edge of developing these new biobased processes that may spur tremendous new opportunities for agricultural production.

Sustainable Crop Production Principles

IATP's"Sustainable Crop Production Principles" identify the base values that need to be met in order for crop production to be considered sustainable.

Cultivating a New Rural Economy: Assessing the Potential of Minnesota's Bioindustrial Sector

Rural Minnesota is well positioned for substantial gains from a growing bioindustrial economy based on the production of energy and products using plant matter, according to a new report by the Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy.

CAFTA's Impact on U.S. Ethanol Market

The U.S. ethanol industry has experienced rapid growth in recent years. Much of this growth in the Midwest has been financed and fueled by local investments, primarily from family farmers, who own collectively over half of the 84 ethanol plants. These plants provide risk mitigation and a preferred market for corn farmers, new jobs and income streams for rural communities.