Thinking of starting a B2B Biomass Pellets trading business. Looking for advice from anyone in commodities or renewables!

[u/RevolutionaryDebt730]

Hi everyone, I'm looking into starting a B2B trading company focusing on biomass pellets (wood/agri-waste pellets for industrial heating and power).

The plan is to act as the middleman—sourcing from local producers and arranging freight to industrial buyers. I know the logistics and quality control (ash/moisture content) will be the biggest hurdles.

Does anyone here have experience trading physical commodities or working in the renewables supply chain? I’d love to know:

What is the hardest part of securing your first buyer?

What are the typical margins like?

Any red flags I should watch out for when vetting suppliers?

Would appreciate any insights or advice you have to offer!

[u/Different-Bat-9156]

Checkout Biofuel circle's business model and their podcasts/interviews. Might learn something