U.S. ethanol exports dropped below 200 million gallons (mg) in April for the first time in six months amid broadly weaker shipments across several key markets, but still remained strong at 171.6 million gallons, according to the latest Trade Monitor report from the Renewable Fuels Association. Canada remained the top destination for U.S. ethanol, despite a 14 percent decline, while …
Ethanol Report from FEW 2026
The Renewable Fuels Association took the home field advantage at the Fuel Ethanol Workshop this year which was held in their own backyard in St. Louis June 2-4. In this edition of the Ethanol Report podcast, we hear from many of the RFA team members who helped to make FEW 2026 a home run, including Senior Vice President for Government …
RFA Provides Update on California E15 at FEW
It was October 2025 when California Governor Gavin Newsom signed legislation making way for lower cost 15 percent ethanol fuel (E15) to be made available for the first time in the state, but eight months later it has yet to happen. At this week’s Fuel Ethanol Workshop, Robert White with the Renewable Fuels Association explained that the will of the …
2026 FEW Honors Industry Leaders
Four industry leaders received recognition at the 2026 International Fuel Ethanol Workshop and Expo this week in St. Louis. Topping the list was Chuck Woodside, CEO of KAAPA Ethanol LLC, who received the High Octane Award for his decades of leadership and service to the ethanol industry. Woodside has served as CEO at KAAPA for 25 years, and KAAPA has …
Stakeholders Make 45Z Recommendations
Biofuel stakeholders provided testimony to the U.S. Department of Treasury this week on ways to improve and finalize the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit rules. During a public hearing, Renewable Fuels Association President and CEO Geoff Cooper urged Treasury to immediately release an updated 45ZCF-GREET model that integrates changes to the 45Z program mandated by last year’s One Big Beautiful …
RFA on Display at 2026 FEW in STL
The 2026 International Fuel Ethanol Workshop and Expo (FEW) kicks off June 2-4 in St. Louis, home of the Renewable Fuels Association, offering many opportunities to learn and connect, both onstage and off. “With this year’s FEW being in RFA’s backyard, we’re excited to show attendees first-hand the great work our association has been doing for the industry for more …
Ethanol Report on KC Diamonds Sponsorship
The Renewable Fuels Association is proud to announce a new partnership with the Kansas City Diamonds, a founding team in the new Professional Softball League (PSL). With a 40-game season and national television coverage this partnership brings E15 to the forefront of a fast-growing sport and passionate fan base. As part of this collaboration, E15 is recognized as the “Official …
RFA Ethanol Safety Program Continues Winning Streak
The Renewable Fuels Association has received its 14th consecutive National Achievement Award from TRANSCAER, a national hazardous materials safety coalition, for its ethanol safety program. Missy Ruff, RFA’s Director of Safety and Technical Programs, also received an Individual Recognition Award for her 2025 efforts, along with hazmat trainers Joel Hendelman and Glen Rudner. Last year, RFA trained nearly 900 personnel …
RFA and E15 Helping to Fuel the KC Diamonds
The Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) is partnering with the Kansas City Diamonds to showcase E15 as the “Official Fuel” of the organization for the inaugural Professional Softball League season. The partnership will promote E15 through one of the fastest-growing areas in sports, while also supporting the continued growth of women’s professional athletics. With the Diamonds set to compete in a …
Ethanol Report on E15 Win in the House
The ethanol industry is re-energized this week after a bipartisan majority in the House passed long overdue legislation giving E15 a place at the pump year-round. But the job is still only half done and the focus now shifts to the Senate. Renewable Fuels Association Senior VP, Government & Public Affairs, Troy Bredenkamp, discusses how ethanol supporters overcame challenges to …