Developing and Implementing a Market-Based Approach for Oilseed and Biofuel Production in Southern and Southwest Idaho

Much research has been done on oilseed crops and farmers have even adopted their own production and use of 100% biodiesel throughout much of the Midwest and other areas of the country. This project will demonstrate that fuels can be grown while still providing a feed crop and thus not taking the land out of food production. Outreach activities will bring information to as many agricultural producers in Southern Idaho as possible to help them understand these new crops, how they could fit into their rotation, and how a consistent price and supply of farm fuel can benefit them.