From Field to Fuel: Harvesting the Potential of Winter Rotational Crops

The global push for biofuels is driving agricultural innovations, with a 20% growth in biofuel demand expected by 2027. Corteva Agriscience’s new winter canola, developed with partners Bunge and Chevron, is a promising rotational crop with potential benefits for farmers, the biofuels industry, and the environment. It offers traditional cover crop advantages such as improved soil health, reduced runoff, and carbon capture. Another innovation is Chacraservicios’ Camelina sativa, a high-oil content seed acquired by Chevron Renewable Energy Group and Bunge. These next-gen plants provide revenue streams for growers through the production of animal feed or biofuel oil, contributing to increased sustainability and productivity.

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