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NSP supports USDA's CSA interim rule

WASHINGTON (Jan. 16, 2025) - National Sorghum Producers (NSP) endorses the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)'s interim rule on Technical Guidelines for Climate-Smart Agriculture Crops Used as Biofuel Feedstocks. NSP Chair Amy France, a sorghum farmer from Scott City, Kan., released the following statement:

"We sincerely thank Secretary Vilsack and the Undersecretary's office for their tireless efforts in recognizing the role of climate-smart agricultural practices in producing low-carbon transportation fuels.

"Sorghum farmers have long been at the forefront of innovation, serving as environmental stewards while working closely with livestock and biofuel producers to navigate challenging weather cycles. This proposed rule acknowledges the vital contributions of climate-smart agriculture in producing low-carbon fuels for today's vehicles and fostering rural economic growth through value-added agriculture. It positions our producers to continue their leadership as the world's most efficient food, fiber, and fuel producers.

"We also applaud the USDA for recognizing sorghum as The Resource Conserving Crop™. Sorghum plays a critical role in biofuel production across the arid regions of the U.S. High Plains, providing essential feedstock rotations that enhance the resilience and durability of local production systems.

"NSP remains committed to advancing this effort and will provide detailed input during the comment period to ensure the rule's successful implementation. We encourage local producers to reach out to their elected officials and emphasize the importance of finalizing this rule in Treasury guidelines to create lasting benefits for farmers and biofuel producers alike.

"We look forward to working with the incoming administration on the finalization of this rule. Domestic support for homegrown fuel and farmers is good for America and critical to our nation's energy and agricultural future."

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National Sorghum Producers represents U.S. sorghum producers and serves as the voice of the sorghum industry coast to coast through legislative and regulatory representation and education. To learn more about NSP, visit www.sorghumgrowers.com.