Oregon to move to B5 biodiesel as in-state production target reached

In Oregon, the Oregon Department of Agriculture has issued a letter that Oregon’s in-state biodiesel production capacity has reached at least 15 million gallons on an annualized basis.

In compliance with Oregon’s Renewable Fuel Standard, effective April 1, 2011, all diesel fuel sold or offered for sale in Oregon must contain a minimum of 5% by volume biodiesel, creating a B5 biodiesel blend, except for 1) railroad locomotives, 2) marine engines, and 3) home heating applications.  The letter further states that all biodiesel blends are required to comply with the same specifications as petroleum diesel fuel, ASTM International D975.  Oregon’s RFS was triggered by in state production, not a typical “by a certain date” method.

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