Huron Biofuels proposes $65 million soy biodiesel project in Michigan

In Michigan, Huron Biofuels has proposed a $65 million soybean-based biodiesel plant near Elkton. The plant will also provide high-grade soybean meal to livestock farmers who are currently sourcing their soybean meal from Zeeland.

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