Speakers Confirmed for Global Ethanol Summit

Cindy Zimmerman

The U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council (USGBC) has confirmed keynote speakers for the upcoming Global Ethanol Summit (GES), Oct. 19-22 in Washington, D.C. Among this year’s speakers are Renewable Fuels Association President and CEO Geoff Cooper and and Dr. Ernest Moniz, former Department of Energy undersecretary. As head of the nation’s oldest trade association for ethanol, Cooper will address ethanol’s …

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Ethanol Stakeholders Testify at Brazil Section 301 Hearing

Cindy Zimmerman

The U.S. Trade Representative office is holding a public hearing today regarding the Section 301 investigation of unfair trading practices on the part of Brazil in a number of areas, including ethanol market access and illegal deforestation. Several U.S. ethanol industry stakeholders are testifying, including Renewable Fuels Association president and CEO Geoff Cooper. “RFA strongly believes a thorough investigation is …

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ACE Dives into Ethanol Exports and Demand Drivers

Cindy Zimmerman

The U.S. Grains Council recently changed its name to the U.S. Grains and Bioproducts Council to include a bigger focus on exports of U.S. products such as ethanol. Speaking at the American Coalition for Ethanol conference last week in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the Council’s Multilateral Ethanol Policy Manager Linda Schmid talked about where some of their focus is right …

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Ethanol Industry Supports Brazil Trade Investigation

Cindy Zimmerman

Ethanol stakeholders support the U.S. Trade Representative taking action against unfair trading practices by Brazil with a Section 301 investigation. In comments sent Monday to USTR, the Renewable Fuels Association noted Brazil’s punitive ethanol tariff regime and restrictive regulations demonstrate that the country is clearly not committed to fair and reciprocal trade in ethanol. “Brazil’s tariff rates have no doubt …

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Ethanol Stocks at Lowest Level This Year

Cindy Zimmerman

Ethanol stocks hit their lowest level this year during the week ending August 8, according to Energy Information Administration data analyzed by the Renewable Fuels Association. Ethanol stocks retreated 4.7% to 22.6 million barrels, the lowest volume since mid-December 2024. Stocks were 3.0% less than the same week last year and 3.3% below the three-year average. Ethanol production increased by …

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Vietnam Starts E10 Trials

Cindy Zimmerman

Two of Vietnam’s largest fuel distributors and retailers this month launched the country’s first commercial trials of gasoline blended with 10 percent ethanol (E10) in three major cities. A total of 42 fuel stations in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and Hai Phong began selling E10 RON95 gasoline as part of the trial that follows the Government’s recent announcement of …

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Ethanol Exports Remain Strong Over Last Year

Cindy Zimmerman

U.S. ethanol exports were lower in June compared to May but remain much higher than year ago levels, according to the latest trade monitor report from the Renewable Fuels Association. U.S. ethanol exports totaled 173.7 million gallons (mg) in June, down 6% from May amid volatility in key markets but still 30% higher than year-ago levels. Canada remained the top …

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U.S. Grains Council Changes Name to Cover Ethanol

Cindy Zimmerman

The U.S. Grains Council is officially changing its name to the U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council (USGBC). “The Council stands on the precipice, and there is the opportunity for exponential growth with becoming the U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council,” said Ryan LeGrand, U.S. Grains and BioProducts Council CEO and President. “The U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council encompasses both the organization’s …

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RFA Applauds Trump Trade Deal with EU

Cindy Zimmerman

The trade deal with the European Union (EU) announced this week by President Trump was welcomed by the Renewable Fuels Association as “an important step toward opening the market for lower-cost, American-made renewable fuels in the 27 countries represented by the EU.” “We thank President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen for reaching this important agreement …

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Japan and Indonesia Trade Deals Benefit Ethanol and Ag

Cindy Zimmerman

The framework of trade agreements with Japan and Indonesia announced this week will benefit U.S. farmers and ethanol producers, according to the Renewable Fuels Association. President Donald Trump announced a landmark agreement with Indonesia on Tuesday that will eliminate tariff barriers, on a preferential basis, on over 99% of U.S. products exported to Indonesia across all sectors, exempting U.S. food …

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