Ryan M. Todd's questions to DARLING INGREDIENTS (DAR) leadership • Q3 2025
Question
Ryan M. Todd asked about other potential regulatory uncertainties beyond the RVO and reallocation, such as changes in foreign biofuel import approaches or domestic feedstock treatment (carbon intensity, land use penalties). He also inquired about the functioning of the PTC monetization market, stability of discounts, and ratability of the process.
Answer
Randall Stuewe (CEO) and Robert Day (CFO) highlighted that American agriculture is a key focus in D.C., with discussions around a large RVO and 100% reallocation being the 'easy button.' They noted that PTCs do not encourage foreign feedstocks, and the EPA and U.S. trade are collaborating to manage foreign feedstock rules. On PTC monetization, Robert Day (CFO) and Randall Stuewe (CEO) explained that initial difficulties due to unfamiliarity and unclear tax liabilities have improved, leading to robust demand and confidence in monetizing a majority of 2025 credits ratably through 2026.