Farm to Fuel Summit, July 29-31, Orlando, FL
The Farm to Fuel® Summit has established itself as the major gathering place where stakeholders assemble each year to help advance the development of Forida’s bioenergy industry. In July 2009, leaders from the agricultural, government, academic, technology, and financial communities will again gather to report on their activities, consider the next steps forward, and share their progress in reaching the commercial production of biofuels and renewable energy in Florida. READ MORE
In 2006, the Farm to Fuel® Initiative was statutorily created to enhance the market for and promote the production and distribution of renewable energy from Florida-grown crops, agricultural wastes and residues, and other biomass and to enhance to value of agriculture products or expand agribusiness in the State.
In 2006, 2007, and 2008 The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services hosted “Farm to Fuel® Summits”. These summits will help Florida take the next step in promoting the production, distribution, and use of renewable fuels, particularly ethanol. These high-profile events featured speakers and panelists representing international, national and state perspectives on issues of research, production and distribution of biofuels and bioenergy. PowerPoint presentations from these summits can be accessed from these links: 2006 Farm to Fuel® Summit ; 2007 Farm to Fuel® Summit and 2008 Farm to Fuel® Summit
