U.S. Biodiesel Consumption

Million Gallons (Million Liters)

1999 0.5 (1.9)
2000 2.0 (7.6)
2001 5.0 (19.0)
2002 15.0 (57.0)
2003 20.0 (76.0)
2004 25.0 (95.0)
2005 75.0 (285.0)
2006 250.0 (950.0)
2007 450.0 (1,710.0)
Calendar Years

Source: National Biodiesel Board. 1 bushel of soybeans produces 1.5 gallons of biodiesel and 48 pounds of protein-rich meal.

 

Source: National Biodiesel Board.   1.5 gallons of biodiesel = 1 bushel of soybeans


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