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Ethanol production rebounds to 1.094M barrels per day

Ethanol production rebounds to 1.094M barrels per day

July 23, 2026 |

In Washington, Brownfield Ag News reports Energy Information Administration data shows ethanol production jumped to 1.094 million barrels per day last week after slipping earlier in the month. With profit margins remaining healthy, producers were able to increase stocks to 24.481 million barrels despite significantly higher exports at 158,000 barrels per day, nearly double the […]

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USTR takes final action against Brazil with 25% tariff

USTR takes final action against Brazil with 25% tariff

July 16, 2026 |

In Washington, the US Trade Representative is taking final action, at President Trump’s direction, under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 by imposing a 25% tariff on certain goods of Brazil.  This follows a yearlong investigation by USTR that determined that certain Brazilian measures related to digital trade and electronic payment services; unfair, […]

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Environmental NGOs speak out against year-round E15

Environmental NGOs speak out against year-round E15

July 15, 2026 |

In Washington, a group of over 30 environmental organizations shared the below open letter with the U.S. Senate opposing proposed “year-round E15” legislation that would allow gasoline blended with 15 percent ethanol to be sold throughout the year, an increase from the common 10 percent blend. The letter claims that shifting to year-round E15 will […]

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Ethanol stocks fall to lowest level of 2026

Ethanol stocks fall to lowest level of 2026

July 13, 2026 |

In Washington, Brownfield Ag News reports Energy Information Agency reports ethanol inventories dropped to 23.928 million barrels last week, the lowest level since early January. Stocks fell by 762,000 barrels from the previous week and were slightly below year-ago levels, indicating continued strong domestic demand. Ethanol production averaged 1.093 million barrels per day, down from […]

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USDA biorefinery loan guarantee program update prohibits debt writedown

USDA biorefinery loan guarantee program update prohibits debt writedown

July 9, 2026 |

In Washington, an updated federal rule took effect July 9 for the Biorefinery, Renewable Chemical, and Biobased Product Manufacturing Program, also known as the Section 9003 Program. The program provides loan guarantees of up to $250 million to assist with the development, construction and retrofitting of facilities that produce advanced biofuels, renewable chemicals and biobased products, […]

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U.S. ethanol stocks hit lowest level of 2026

U.S. ethanol stocks hit lowest level of 2026

July 8, 2026 |

In Washington, Brownfield Ag News reports Energy Information Administration data shows ethanol inventories fell sharply last week to 23.928 million barrels, their lowest level since early January, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Stocks declined by 762,000 barrels from the previous week and were slightly below year-ago levels, reflecting strong domestic demand. Ethanol production […]

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Ethanol exports jump 11% in May over April

Ethanol exports jump 11% in May over April

July 8, 2026 |

In Washington, U.S. ethanol exports totaled 189.7 million gallons (mg) in May, rebounding 11% from April’s sharp downturn as shipments strengthened across most major markets. Canada remained the leading destination for denatured fuel ethanol, with exports climbing 18% to a six-month high of 76.3 mg. Exports to the European Union, led by the Netherlands, increased 15% to 39.1 mg, […]

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RFA thanks Trump administration for supporting reciprocal tariff on Brazilian ethanol

RFA thanks Trump administration for supporting reciprocal tariff on Brazilian ethanol

July 6, 2026 |

In Washington, in testimony at the U.S. International Trade Commission, the Renewable Fuels Association expressed its gratitude to the Trump administration for its “steadfast commitment to removing unfair barriers to U.S. ethanol exports shipped to Brazil and around the globe” and noted it “strongly supports” the reciprocal tariff applied to imports from Brazil. “Prior to […]

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Regenerative agriculture rules providing opportunity for biofuel feedstock

Regenerative agriculture rules providing opportunity for biofuel feedstock

June 30, 2026 |

In Washington, recent release of the USDA’s final rule on Regenerative Agricultural Biofuel Feedstocks, together with the President’s Executive Order Advancing the Future of Agriculture, represents a significant step forward for science-based policy that rewards farmers who adopt innovative practices, reduces dependence on imported agricultural inputs and strengthens America’s position as the global leader in […]

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Poll shows ever more voters support RFS

Poll shows ever more voters support RFS

June 30, 2026 |

In Washington, a new nationwide poll of more than 2,000 registered voters found a strong majority of Americans support the Renewable Fuel Standard and believe renewable fuels—like ethanol—play a key role in enhancing national energy security. A record 74 percent of registered voters support the Renewable Fuel Standard, with just 12 percent opposed to the […]

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