Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael Regan this week announced the appointment of 18 new members and reappointment of six members to the agency’s Farm, Ranch, and Rural Communities Federal Advisory Committee, which provides independent policy advice and recommendations on issues affecting agriculture and rural communities.

Among the new members from the biofuels sector are Alan Weber, Biodiesel Coalition of Missouri, and Erik Huschitt, Badger State Ethanol, in Monroe, Wisconsin. Weber is a long-time consultant for the Clean Fuels Alliance America, formally the National Biodiesel Board, and Huschitt is immediate past chairman of the Renewable Fuels Association. Returning to the committee is Bill Couser, cattleman and founder of Lincolnway Energy in Iowa.

The Renewable Fuels Association congratulated Huschitt and Couser on their appointments. “Erik and Bill bring a lot of practical experience to the table when it comes to agriculture, renewable fuels, and the environment,” said RFA President and CEO Geoff Cooper. “We are proud to see their knowledge and expertise being put to use, and we appreciate Administrator Regan’s continued willingness to bring all voices to the table. I am sure they will make a terrific addition to this committee, and have a lot to offer.”