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Guatemala Opens Market for U.S. Ethanol

Published Yesterday

Guatemala is opening a new market for U.S. ethanol with the nationwide rollout of E10 gasoline. The program officially began August 22, requiring regular gasoline to contain 10 percent ethanol. Guatemala imported 1.7 million gallons of U.S. ethanol in July,…

Study Highlights Ethanol’s Impact on Gas Prices

Published Yesterday

A new study says ethanol is helping hold down gasoline prices during the Iran conflict. The study estimates E10 gasoline has saved drivers an average of thirty eight cents per gallon since the conflict began. The Renewable Fuels Association says…

Petersen Sees Opportunities Despite Headwinds

Published August 14, 2026

Minnesota Agriculture Commissioner Thom Petersen says agriculture continues to face challenges from input costs, tariffs and tight livestock supplies, but there are also opportunities. “There’s a lot of possibility, like sustainable aviation fuel,” Petersen said. He also pointed to domestic…

Gevo Expansion Could Boost North Dakota Corn Demand

Published August 13, 2026

Gevo North Dakota, a corn ethanol and carbon capture facility in Richardton, is planning an expansion that could boost demand for North Dakota corn. Gevo purchased the former Red Trail Energy plant in 2025, where corn is processed into ethanol,…

E15 Provision Advances

Published August 3, 2026

Permanent nationwide E15 sales cleared another hurdle with the Senate Farm Bill proposal. Senate Majority Leader John Thune says year-round E15 would provide certainty for agriculture while strengthening the biofuels industry. "Year-round E15 will benefit farmers, rural communities and consumers."…

Section 301 Sought

Published July 8, 2026

Corn and ethanol organizations are urging the Trump administration to finalize proposed 25 percent tariffs on Brazilian imports while addressing additional barriers to U.S. ethanol exports. The groups say Brazil's 18 percent ethanol tariff and its low-carbon fuel program have…

Rhoden Champions Value-Added Agriculture

Published June 28, 2026

South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden says value-added agriculture remains a priority for strengthening the state's economy. Speaking at the Governor's Ag Summit in Pierre, Rhoden pointed to recent investments in food processing and biofuels that create additional demand for agricultural…

E-15 Supporters Watching Congressional Timeline

Published June 18, 2026

Supporters of year-round E-15 remain concerned that congressional delays could complicate efforts to secure a permanent legislative solution. Ethanol advocates worry both year-round E-15 and a new farm bill could face challenges if Congress relies on short-term funding measures later…

Ethanol Helps Farmers and Consumers

Published June 13, 2026

Minnesota Agriculture Commissioner Thom Petersen says securing permanent nationwide access to E15 remains one of agriculture's top priorities. Speaking at the Midwest Ag Summit in West Fargo, Petersen said expanded ethanol demand benefits both farmers and consumers. "It would bring…

USTR Goes After Unfair Trade Practices in Brazil

Published June 2, 2026

The U.S. Trade Representative’s Office is proposing a 25 percent tariff on Brazilian imports. With a Section 301 designation, the Trump Administration alleges Brazil engages in unfair trade practices. The complaint highlights market access for U.S. ethanol, intellectual property protection…

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Guatemala Opens Market for U.S. Ethanol

Study Highlights Ethanol’s Impact on Gas Prices

Petersen Sees Opportunities Despite Headwinds

Gevo Expansion Could Boost North Dakota Corn Demand

E15 Provision Advances

Section 301 Sought

Rhoden Champions Value-Added Agriculture

E-15 Supporters Watching Congressional Timeline

Ethanol Helps Farmers and Consumers

USTR Goes After Unfair Trade Practices in Brazil

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