Farm to Fly Act of 2025

This bill aims to grow the use of cleaner jet fuel made from farm and forest materials. It tells the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to fold sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) into its energy programs to expand the fuel supply, support farmers, and boost rural economies. It also sets up a “Farm to Fly” effort inside USDA to coordinate work, find chances to develop and sell these fuels, support rural economic development, and build public–private partnerships.

The bill updates USDA programs so SAF counts as an “advanced biofuel,” making it eligible for existing loans and grants, including support for biorefineries and biobased manufacturing. It also spells out what qualifies as SAF: it must meet international fuel standards, can’t come from petroleum or certain palm byproducts or be made by mixing non‑biomass materials in processing, and must cut total greenhouse gas emissions by at least 50% compared with regular jet fuel.

• Who is affected: farmers and foresters, biofuel producers, rural communities, the aviation fuel market, and USDA programs.
• What changes: USDA coordinates a “Farm to Fly” initiative; SAF becomes eligible for USDA bioenergy support; and a clear definition sets quality and climate standards for SAF funding and use .