Ethanol Producer Magazine SECTIONS LOG IN HomeMagazine ArticlesPlants PodcastsEvents JobsDirectory BiocarbonBusinessCarbon CaptureCellulosic/Advanced ChemicalsCoproductsE15FeedstocksHydrogen InternationalMarine BiofuelMarketsOperationsPolicyPolicy & RegulationProductionResearchRetailerSustainable Aviation Fuels Latest News 7 hours ago By U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council Markets Business  The USGBC recently hosted a high-level delegation from Guatemala for a trade and learning mission to Washington, D.C. and Indiana to strengthen bilateral cooperation and support the country’s national E10 ethanol blending program. Read More EIA weekly data: Ethanol production up 1%, stocks up 1%, exports down 46% By Erin Krueger a day ago Operations Business Markets  U.S. fuel ethanol production expanded by 1% the week ending Aug. 7, according to data released by the U.S. Energy Information Administration on Aug. 12. Weekly ending stocks of fuel ethanol were also up 1% while exports fell by nearly 46%. Read More August WASDE maintains outlook for 2026-’27 corn use in ethanol By Erin Krueger a day ago Feedstocks  The USDA maintained its forecast for 2026-’27 corn use in ethanol in its latest WASDE report, released Aug. 12. The agency increased its forecast for corn production, with an acreage increase partially offset by lower expected yields. Read More USGBC members, staff gather in Milwaukee By U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council August 12, 2026 Markets Business  USGBC held its 66th Annual Board of Delegates meeting in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The meeting spotlighted impactful conversations around new markets, trade policy impacts, strengthening supply chains and highlighted USGBC program successes. Read More EIA increases forecast for 2026 fuel ethanol production in August STEO By Erin Krueger August 11, 2026 Operations Business Markets  The U.S. Energy Information Administration increased its forecast for 2026 fuel ethanol production in its latest Short-Term Energy Outlook, released Aug. 11. The outlook for 2026 fuel ethanol exports also increased. Read More More News Featured Articles Commitment, Collaboration, Community Commitment, Collaboration, Community By Lisa Gibson Business Operations  Chief Ethanol is partially greenfielding its decades-old Hastings plant, surpassing industry technology norms, uniting vendors and prioritizing legacy. Read More Biorefinery Evolution Biorefinery Evolution By Katie Schroeder Coproducts  Bio-acetone coproduction alongside ethanol stands out as a new opportunity for product diversification. Read More SAF: Spotlight On 45Z SAF: Spotlight On 45Z By Luke Geiver Policy Business  A reduction in the 45Z tax credit from $1.75 to $1 per gallon risks stalled development in SAF, despite financial benefits for ethanol producers. Read More Managing Aging Assets Managing Aging Assets By Susanne Retka Schill Operations Business  Diagnostic tools are evolving, tapping into experience and data to ensure reliability. Read More Optimizing CKF Conversion Optimizing CKF Conversion By Luke Geiver Cellulosic/Advanced  Carbon Capture  New USDA research shows the potential of fermentation CO2 in corn kernel fiber pretreatment. Read More The Nitrogen Problem By Katie Schroeder July 22, 2026 Feedstocks Business  Ammonia and urea price spikes are giving corn growers and ethanol producers cause for concern. Enzyme vendors have a solution for ethanol plants, but farm-level relief will be harder to resolve. Read More Ethanol Takes The Stage By Lisa Gibson July 21, 2026 Policy Operations Markets Sustainable Aviation Fuels Carbon Capture  The 42nd annual International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo brought back its familiar topics and faces, with some new elements and co-located events. Read More Cybersecurity Amid Plant Connectivity By Luke Geiver July 21, 2026 Business  As the ethanol industry adopts internet-connected plant technology, cyber threats will follow. Read More Innovation Underway By Katie Schroeder June 05, 2026 Business  Yeast and enzyme developers are rising to ethanol producers’ challenge for higher throughput without lowering batch yields. Read More Recent Issues Subscribe to our print magazine. Subscribe Aug 4, 2026 Commitment, Collaboration, Community Chief Ethanol is partially greenfielding its decades-old Hastings plant, surpassing industry technology norms, uniting vendors and prioritizing legacy. Read More. View Full Print Edition Jul 24, 2026 Managing Aging Assets Diagnostic tools are evolving, tapping into experience and data to ensure reliability. Read More. View Full Print Edition Jun 5, 2026 Innovation Underway Yeast and enzyme developers are rising to ethanol producers’ challenge for higher throughput without lowering batch yields. Read More. View Full Print Edition May 8, 2026 Carbon Concepts Once relegated to food, beverage and dry ice markets, opportunities to monetize biogenic CO2 from ethanol plants are on the rise, and producers can take their pick. Read More. View Full Print Edition Upcoming Events North American SAF Conference & Expo August 25-27, 2026 GREATER TACOMA CONVENTION CENTER | TACOMA,WASHINGTON Taking place August 25-27, 2026 in Tacoma, Washington, the North American SAF Conference & Expo, produced by SAF Magazine, in collaboration with the Commercial Aviation Alternative Fuels Initiative (CAAFI) will showcase the latest strategies for aviation fuel decarbonization, solutions for key industry challenges, and highlight the current opportunities for airlines, corporations and fuel producers. The North American SAF Conference & Expo is designed to promote the development and adoption of practical solutions to produce SAF and decarbonize the aviation sector. Exhibitors will connect with attendees and showcase the latest technologies and services currently offered within the industry. During two days of live sessions, attendees will learn from industry experts and gain knowledge to become better informed to guide business decisions as the SAF industry continues to expand. View More North American Biocarbon Conference March 2-4, 2027 COBB CONVENTION CENTER | ATLANTA,GEORGIA The North American Biocarbon Conference, co-located with the International Biomass Conference & Expo, brings together the full value chain of carbon-negative and carbon-smart technologies in one powerful, integrated event. By aligning biocarbon producers, biomass power generators, biochar innovators, carbon-removal buyers, project developers, and equipment providers with the broader biomass, biogas, CHP, pellet, and renewable-power industries, this co-located experience creates unmatched cross-sector engagement. Attendees gain access to expanded networking opportunities, dual-track educational programming, a unified expo hall, and a broader pool of commercial partners—all designed to accelerate the deployment of biocarbon solutions, scale climate-positive markets, and strengthen the emerging carbon-removal economy across North America.View More 2027 International Biomass Conference & Expo March 2-4, 2027 COBB CONVENTION CENTER | ATLANTA,GEORGIA Now in its 20th year, the International Biomass Conference & Expo is expected to bring together more than 1000 attendees, 180 exhibitors and 100 speakers from more than 25 countries. It is the largest gathering of biomass professionals and academics in the world. The conference provides relevant content and unparalleled networking opportunities in a dynamic business-to-business environment. In addition to abundant networking opportunities, the largest biomass conference in the world is renowned for its outstanding programming—powered by Biomass Magazine–that maintains a strong focus on commercial-scale biomass production, new technology, and near-term research and development. Join us at the International Biomass Conference & Expo as we enter this new and exciting era in biomass energy.View More Carbon Capture & Storage Summit June 14-16, 2027 CHI HEALTH CENTER | OMAHA,NEBRASKA Capturing and storing carbon dioxide in underground wells has the potential to become the most consequential technological deployment in the history of the broader biofuels industry. Deploying effective carbon capture and storage at biofuels plants will cement ethanol and biodiesel as the lowest carbon liquid fuels commercially available in the marketplace. The Carbon Capture & Storage Summit will offer attendees a comprehensive look at the economics of carbon capture and storage, the infrastructure required to make it possible and the financial and marketplace impacts to participating producers.View More Sustainable Fuels Summit: SAF, Renewable Diesel and Biodiesel June 14-17, 2027 CHI HEALTH CENTER | OMAHA,NEBRASKA The Sustainable Fuels Summit: SAF, Renewable Diesel, and Biodiesel is a premier forum designed for producers of biodiesel, renewable diesel, and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to learn about cutting-edge process technologies, innovative techniques, and equipment to optimize existing production. Attendees will discover efficiencies that save money while increasing throughput and fuel quality. This world-class event features premium content from technology providers, equipment vendors, consultants, engineers, and producers to advance discussions and foster an environment of collaboration and networking. Through engaging presentations, fruitful discussions, and compelling exhibitions, the summit aims to push the biomass-based diesel sector beyond its current limitations.View More Podcasts August 2026 Fuel Ethanol Workshop Podcast Series: Live with GOLGIX Produced by Ethanol Producer Magazine, Charlie Scott, Founder and Chief Revenue Officer with GOLGIX, chats about what's new with GOLGIX. Recorded live at the 2026 Int'l Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo in St. Louis, MO. Hosted by Anna Simet, Director of Content/Sr. Editor. Sponsored by Fluid Quip Technologies, LLC View More. Current Job Postings Maintenance Manager POSTED BY: Glacial Lakes Energy, LLC Maintenance Manager Location: Aberdeen, South Dakota Position Overview The Maintenance Manager is responsible for leading and supervising maintenance staff while working closely with the Plant Manager, Production Manager, Lab Manager, and other leadership team members. This role ensures optimal plant performance through effective maintenance planning, coordination, and execution. The Maintenance Manager is also accountable for developing and implementing preventative and proactive maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime. Key Responsibilities Develop and manage preventative and proactive maintenance schedules for all process equipment Plan and oversee maintenance projects, including tracking ongoing work and scheduling future initiatives Assist in developing annual repair, maintenance, and capital expenditure budgets Supervise maintenance staff, including scheduling, training, performance management, and hiring recommendations Coordinate maintenance activities with internal teams and external contractors to ensure safe and efficient completion of work Collaborate with plant leadership to improve overall plant performance Ensure compliance with all company policies and safety standards Troubleshoot equipment issues and coordinate with vendors and contractors as needed Oversee purchasing of parts and supplies and maintain appropriate spare parts inventory Prepare and present reports on maintenance activities, equipment status, shutdown planning, and cost control Identify and resolve process bottlenecks to support production efficiency Communicate maintenance performance and updates to plant leadership Foster strong communication across departments to resolve issues and improve operations Promote continuous improvement in all aspects of maintenance operations Support and uphold company vision, mission, and values Ensure adherence to all safety practices and immediately report any safety concerns Maintain dependable attendance a…