Jatropha Biofuels Technologies announces 20 percent gain in jatropha oil extraction

In Wyoming, Jatropha Biofuels Technologies  said that initial tests showed that its jatropha oil extraction will process produce more than 20 percent more oil over current, expeller technologies, and is more scalable. The technology uses high pressure gas to maximize extraction rates.

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