The expansion of biodiesel production in India is proving to be a boon for rural economies, providing new avenues for income generation and employment. Small-scale farmers and cooperatives are increasingly cultivating biodiesel feedstocks, such as mustard and soybean, supported by buy-back agreements with biofuel companies. This decentralization of biodiesel production has empowered rural communities, offered sustainable livelihoods and mitigated agrarian distress. Government initiatives promoting farmer cooperatives and agro-based industries are further catalyzing the growth of India’s biodiesel sector, fostering inclusive economic development.
India’s Rural Economies Benefit from Biodiesel Production Expansion
