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By Erin Voegele

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The USDA’s NASS released its latest quarterly Grain Stocks report on Sept. 29, reporting that old crop corn stocks on hand as of Sept. 1 were at 1.36 billion bushels, down 1 percent when compared to the same time last year.

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The Surface Transportation Board on Sept. 26 announced that it intends to renew the charter of the Rail Energy Transportation Advisory Committee, which provides guidance on the rail transport of energy resources, including biofuels.

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The National Corn Growers Association has launched a grassroots advocacy campaign to encourage the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to provide a level playing field for biofuels such as ethanol.

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The U.S. Grains Council’s Latin America (LTA) Regional Ethanol Consultants Freddy Villao and Juan Sebastian Diaz traveled to El Salvador in September to discuss terms of an MOU to assess an ethanol blending program in the country.

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U.S. fuel ethanol production was up 3 percent the week ending Sept. 22, according to data released by the U.S. Energy Information Administration on Sept. 27. Stocks of fuel ethanol were up nearly 2 percent and exports were down 29 percent.

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Throughout the ethanol industry, multi-plant executive management is an approach that leads to unique opportunities for networking and growth for the plants involved. In recent years, multi-plant executive management has been on the rise. The boards of some ethanol plants are consolidating their resources by sharing a CEO between multiple plants—even those not owned by the same company—or hiring a CFO on a temporary basis. Ethanol Producer Magazine recently spoke with industry executives who manage two or more plants to shed light on why multi-plant executive management happens, as well as the benefits and challenges of this strategy.

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Two decades after opening—helping the ethanol industry advance as it experienced 12-fold growth—the Southern Illinois research facility is not only proving why it's worth celebrating, but how it can impact the future of biorefining.

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After revamping its process and management team, Blue Biofuels believes it is primed for big cellulosic ethanol achievements at commercial scale.

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CropEnergies on May 24 announced it achieved record revenues during the 2022-’23 financial year, the 12-months ended Feb. 28. The company attributed the record high results to improved sales prices for all product segments, particularly ethanol.

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Helle Engineering: Automation and Controls Done Right

Produced by Ethanol Producer Magazine, Matthew Helle discusses issues biofuel producers face in regard to automation and controls, and how biofuel producers can increase profitability through automation. Recorded live at the 2023 FEW in Omaha, Nebraska. Hosted by Anna Simet, Associate Editor, Ethanol Producer Magazine View More.

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Guardian Energy

Maintenance Technician

POSTED BY: Guardian Energy

Guardian Energy in Janesville, MN has an opening for a Maintenance Technician. We offer the opportunity to earn an excellent hourly rate, full benefits to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short term and long term disability, paid vacation and paid holidays. Our work environment is described as clean, safe and friendly. If you are looking for a great opportunity for learning and advancement this is the place for you! The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the repair and maintenance of the plant equipment to ensure maximum production quantity and quality, while supporting the policies, goals, and objectives of the company.
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Plant Engineer

POSTED BY: Siouxland Energy Cooperative

Siouxland Energy Cooperative is accepting applications for Plant Engineer. The Plant Engineer provides design input on processes and systems to ensure economical, reliable, safe, and efficient systems operation; assists capital improvement projects and supervises projects that optimize the automation process.
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Aztalan Bio LLC

Agriculture Biofuels Co-Products Sales Executive

POSTED BY: Aztalan Bio LLC

Who is Aztalan Bio? Aztalan’s story is just beginning, and you can be part of it! ClonBio Group acquired Wisconsin’s largest ethanol plant in 2022 located in the village of Aztalan, just outside Jefferson, WI. The facility will process 40 million bushels of locally grown feed corn per year, turning that into food-grade corn oil, vegetable protein concentrates and isolates for food applications, aquaculture feeds, renewable natural gas, organic fertilizer, ethanol, and dietary fiber for foods, among other things. We are scheduled to start the facility in the fall of 2023 and are currently hiring! Aztalan’s sister facility, Pannonia Bio in Hungary is one of the most technologically advanced grain biorefineries in the world. Over the next several years, Aztalan will invest hundreds of millions of dollars into a biorefinery transformation every bit as innovative as Pannonia’s but uniquely suited to Wisconsin’s strengths. Aztalan Bio is owned by ClonBio Group who is family-owned and invests in their people for long-term success. We have a dedicated internal team of engineers and scientists from 23 countries and 5 continents, an investment in people that explains why ClonBio’s biorefineries are so technologically advanced. Position Overview The process of producing ethanol results in products such as distillers grains, gluten feed and gluten meal. These co-products are valuable corn and soybean meal substitutes in rations used around the world to feed beef and dairy cows, pigs, chickens, turkeys, fish and other animals. The Co-Products Marketer is responsible for marketing co-products and establishing feed customer relationships while supporting the goals and objectives of the commodities group and the Company. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in business, agriculture, or a related field. 3-5 years of experience working in the grain and/or ethanol industry. Strong knowledge of commodities markets and trends. Strong understanding of the grain merchandising process. Excellent communication, negotiation, and customer service skills. Ability to work independently and with a team. Proficient in Microsoft Office, with aptitude to learn new software and systems. Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle to use for farm visits. Work Environment & Physical Demands The work environment is an office setting as well as traveling to farms approximately 40-60% of the time. Employee will be required to stand, walk, and occasionally lift supplies, products, or equipment is required. Employee must be able to operate a motorized vehicle. This position may enter the plant environment, in which the employee may be exposed to moderate to high noise levels, moving mechanical parts, and/or to chemicals used in the process. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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