Argentina biofuel SMEs seek higher biodiesel blend; oilseed firms back Senate deal

Argentine biofuel SMEs (Cepreb) urged lawmakers to raise the mandatory biodiesel blend to 12-12.5% to protect their market share, while oilseed producers (Ciara) backed the Senate-approved level. The Chamber of Deputies may rule next week, creating uncertainty over the final blend mandate and its impact on domestic biodiesel demand.