The USDA World Agriculture Supply and Demand Estimate for this month shows even more corn than the last report, causing greater concerns among corn growers worried about the demand and price situation going forward and further highlighting the need for year-round, nationwide E15. The USDA reports the 2025/26 corn outlook is for larger production, higher feed and residual use, reduced …
Corn Growers Make Economic Case for E15
A new analysis from the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) shows that if Congress passed legislation allowing for year-round, nationwide access to 15% ethanol blended fuel (E15), corn use for ethanol could increase by 50% at full implementation, supporting a higher market price for corn and energy stability for Americans. According to the report: In their October Short-Term Energy Outlook, …
Ethanol Industry Encouraged by California E15 Approval
Finally getting E15 on the road in California is a major win for the ethanol industry and could help push nationwide legislation across the finish line. American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE) Chief Marketing Officer Ron Lamberty says California’s approval of E15 is a milestone for the U.S. fuel market. “With California now on board, momentum for E15 is stronger than …
Ethanol Report on New E15 Study
A new economic study produced by economists with the National Corn Growers Association and the Renewable Fuels Association shows that expanding year-round, nationwide consumer access to fuels with a 15% ethanol blend would provide a boon to the American economy, benefiting farmers, communities and consumers alike. The study shows that providing consistent access to E15 year-round would provide an additional …
Corn Growers Fuel Ethanol Innovation in Ag Equipment
Support from the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) and its state corn grower associations is allowing Clemson University and John Deere to move forward on Department of Energy (DOE) project that could increase the use of ethanol in agricultural equipment. The three-year effort, titled Development and Demonstration of a Low GHG Emissions Hybrid Power Module for Off-Road Vehicles, will develop …
Ethanol Industry Supports Brazil Trade Investigation
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 …
Congress and Industry Recognize RFS 20th Anniversary
A bi-partisan, bicameral resolution was introduced in Congress to recognize the 20th Anniversary of the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) and its foundational role in strengthening the United States’ energy security, supporting rural communities, and growing the American economy. Congressman Max Miller (R-OH) led the resolution in the House, joined by Rep. Don Bacon (R-NE), Rep. Mike Bost (R-IL), Rep. Nikki …
New Study Shows Economic Power of U.S. Corn
A new study released by the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) shows corn farming is a major engine for the U.S. economy, generating $123 billion in total economic output last year, with an estimated contribution of $50 billion to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP). In 2024, U.S. corn farmers produced 14.9 billion bushels of corn for grain valued at $64.7 …
Corn Growers Urge Ford to Make FFVs
Corn growers across the nation are calling on Ford Motor Company to restart production of Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFVs) capable of using up to 85 percent ethanol fuel (E85), and reaffirm its support for rural America. In a joint letter addressed to Ford President and CEO Jim Farley, the National Corn Growers Association and 20 state corn grower groups expressed …
E15 Advocates Rally as House Passes Clean CR
Corn grower leaders joined Rep. Adrian Smith (R-NE) and Sen. Deb Fischer (R-NE) at a press conference on Capitol Hill Tuesday to push for passage of the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2025 to allow nationwide, year-round access to E15. The press conference was held as the House passed a Continuing Resolution (CR) to fund the government …