U.S. Biodiesel Production 1999-2010

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 112.0 (424.0)
2006 224.0 (848.0)
2007 500.0 (1,893.0)
2008 691.0 (2,616.0)
2009 545.0 (2,063.0)
2010 315.0 (1,192.0)
Calendar Years

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


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