John Deere today announced the approval of B30 biodiesel use across its entire portfolio of Tier 4 John Deere engines. This increases the previous approval of blends up to B20. The announcement will also be highlighted this week at the 2025 Farm Progress Show in Decatur, IL, where all John Deere equipment operated in the company’s Ride and Drive area will run on B30 biodiesel.
“This is a win-win situation for U.S. soybean farmers and rural communities,” said Caleb Ragland, President of the American Soybean Association and Kentucky soybean farmer. “Higher blends of biodiesel mean greater demand for the soybeans we grow and cleaner-burning fuel for equipment in the field.”
“Biodiesel is engineered to deliver the performance fleets and equipment owners expect, while exceeding ASTM quality specifications,” said Scott Fenwick, Technical Director for Clean Fuels Alliance America. “By embracing higher blends, John Deere is assuring customers they can rely on a clean, homegrown fuel that reduces carbon emissions and strengthens rural economies.”
Prior to today’s announcement, all Tier 4 John Deere engines were approved for B20 biodiesel and RD100 renewable diesel, with all Tier 3/Stage III A and lower tier engines approved for biodiesel blends up to B100.
Customers interested in incorporating higher renewable fuel blends including B30 into their operations are encouraged to consult their fuel supplier.
John Deere news release
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