Indonesia to help Mexico with palm oil biodiesel

In Indonesia, Antara news agency reports that the government is looking to team up with Mexico on joint research into biodiesel production in the Latin American country. Indonesia has offered to help Mexico control oil palm diseases while Mexico is looking at other biodiesel feedstock options as well including jatropha and castor. With Indonesia ramping up to 30% blending and Mexico wanting to increase its biodiesel industry, the opportunity to collaborate is expected to grow.