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Wavering and uncertain polices and prices continue to limit fuel ethanol consumption in China. In late 2020 the State Council called for controlling the expansion of fuel ethanol processing capacity.

China has unofficially suspended its goal (established 2017) to implement a nationwide E10 mandate by the end of 2020.

China’s race to improve air quality is emerging as the major driver for expanded fuel ethanol production and use.

China’s race to improve air quality is emerging as the major driver for expanded fuel ethanol production and use.

Total ethanol production for 2018 is forecast to grow on strong demand and policy support.

Corn future and spot prices have dropped to their lowest levels in six years.

Post forecasts that China's ethanol and biodisel production will both increase by 5 percent in 2013 as China strives to reduce its fossil fuel use.

China is in the process of implementing a revised regulatory and registration system for imported feed and feed additives.

China is a major producer of biofuels and production continues to increase.

Forecast MY2015/16 corn production is revised slightly higher, while forecast rice and wheat production are lowered slightly.

China’s 2014 fuel ethanol production is forecast to reach 2.8 billion liters, up six percent from the previous year due to fuel consumption growth in provinces with a blend mandate.

Post forecasts that China's ethanol and biodisel production will both increase by 5 percent in 2013 as China strives to reduce its fossil fuel use.