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India's Ethanol Ambitions Clash with US Trade Talks

6/16/2025

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India is on a mission to boost ethanol blending in petrol to 30% by 2030, but faces hurdles from US trade discussions advocating for corn-based ethanol access. This push threatens local farmers and investments, as tariffs on agricultural products, especially apples and GM crops, complicate negotiations. Balancing agricultural protection with trade ambitions is proving to be a delicate dance.

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Story summary

India is on a mission to boost ethanol blending in petrol to 30% by 2030, but faces hurdles from US trade discussions advocating for corn-based ethanol access. This push threatens local farmers and investments, as tariffs on agricultural products, especially apples and GM crops, complicate negotiations. Balancing agricultural protection with trade ambitions is proving to be a delicate dance.