Building the 45Z Foundation l Tom Vilsack - 2026 TopSoil Summit
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In this keynote from the 2026 TopSoil Summit, former U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack discusses why 45Z represents both a challenge and an opportunity for agriculture. He shares why creating a connection between on-farm conservation practices and low-carbon fuel markets is important, the hurdles that still remain, and what farmers, ethanol producers, and industry leaders must do to build a lasting framework for the future of the biofuels industry.
If you're involved in agriculture, ethanol, or biofuels, you won't want to miss this 30-minute keynote. Secretary Vilsack explains why the groundwork for 45Z was created, what's at stake for rural America, and what needs to happen next for farmers and the renewable fuels industry to fully realize the opportunity ahead.
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