Brazil’s Ministry of Mines and Energy said on Thursday (2) that the reduction to 10% in the biodiesel-diesel oil blend aims to protect the interests of the consumer. The ministry also refuted some comments from the productive sector and reinforced the benefits of the reduction. “The reduction in the price of diesel provides a reduction in freight prices and, as a result, in all goods transported by road. This is crucial for the country’s competitiveness, particularly if we consider the global supply chains. In this sense, more expensive freight reduces the competitiveness of several industries,”. The government also emphasizes that the 10% blend does not jeopardize the commitments made at COP26. “In the national climate neutrality strategy presented at COP-26, Brazil assured to use renewables in the diesel cycle, including biodiesel, green diesel, and the renewable part of co-processing diesel.” The ministry also reinforces that the reduction will bring no impact on soybean meal.
Source: Canal Rural (*Translated by Ia Niani)