16-Apr-2026 Last updated on 16-Apr-2026 at 03:19 GMT The study will examine the technical, commercial and supply‑chain viability of producing sugars for bioethanol from cashew apples, a by‑product of cashew nut harvesting. It will also evaluate whether residues generated during the sugar production process can be further converted into bio‑based fuels such as biodiesel or sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). This is aligned with Vietnam’s plans to move towards the mandatory blending of bioethanol into gasoline. This has been accelerated as the Iran war drives up energy prices, increasing demand for stable, sustainable bioethanol feedstocks, particularly those that do not compete with food supplies. Securing a reliable source of non‑edible biomass feedstock has become a critical national challenge, and the use of agricultural residues aligns closely with this policy direction. The study will be conducted through February 2027 and will be supported in part by Japan’s Ministry of ...