Many Georgians are interested in producing their own biodiesel fuel. There are many reasons for the interest including the rapid rise in diesel fuels prices, concern about the environment, concern about our dependence on imported petroleum and just plain old desire to take control of a part of one’s own destiny. Whatever the reason for wanting to produce biodiesel, it pays to know what you are getting into before starting. The purpose of this publication is to give an overview of small scale biodiesel production and to explain some of the economic factors involved.