Kaniva, Victoria is a large oil seed growing area, what could be better than to grow and use biodiesel for our farming operation.

This site covers Steven Hobbs's personal journey, research and resources available to those who wish to do the same.

Benefits of Biodiesel

Renewable Fuel. Can be made from any tri-glyceride oil molecule.

Reduced emissions - B20 reduced by 16%; B100 reduced by 60%.

Positive energy balance. Fossil 0.75:1

Low toxicity. LD 50 test greater than 17.4g/kg body weight.

Biodiesel is 10 times less toxic than table salt.

Biodiesel degrades rapidly in the environment, same rate as sugar.

Within 28 days, pure Biodiesel degrades 85%-88% in water.

Biodiesel is Safe to handle. High flashpoint.

Diesel 125 degrees F; Biodiesel over 300 degrees F.