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By Erin Krueger

Sustainable Aviation Fuels Business Operations 

Gevo Inc. on Aug. 6 announced it has cancelled plans to develop a SAF project in South Dakota. Rather, the company remains focused on its North Dakota operations, including plans to expand ethanol production capacity and develop a 30 MMgy SAF plant.

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Novonesis has signed an agreement with the intent to acquire MicroBioGen, an Australian biotechnology company with leading scientific expertise in yeast strains for industrial applications, particularly in bioethanol.

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A research team led by Professor Hyoyoung Lee from the Department of Chemistry at Sungkyunkwan University (SKUU) has developed a new catalyst that converts carbon dioxide into ethanol with high selectivity.

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Growth Energy estimates that 45Z could generate $13.4 billion in household income and provide farmers with a 10% premium price on low-carbon corn used at an ethanol plant..

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USGBC supports USFRA biofuels study

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By U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council

August 07, 2026

The USGBC was pleased to support the recent launch of a new report, commissioned by U.S. Farmers and Ranchers in Action, showing how expanded markets for biofuels can strengthen food, economic and energy security on a global scale.

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The Nitrogen Problem

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By Katie Schroeder

July 22, 2026

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.

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The 42nd annual International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo brought back its familiar topics and faces, with some new elements and co-located events.

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As the ethanol industry adopts internet-connected plant technology, cyber threats will follow.

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Innovation Underway

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By Katie Schroeder

June 05, 2026

Yeast and enzyme developers are rising to ethanol producers’ challenge for higher throughput without lowering batch yields.

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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.

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Mid America Agri Products/Wheatland, LLC

Commodity Manager

POSTED BY: Mid America Agri Products/Wheatland, LLC

The Commodity Manager is responsible for managing MAAPW's grain procurement, commodity positions, corn origination, inventory management, and commercial grain activities to ensure a reliable, competitively priced corn supply for plant operations. This position serves as MAAPW's primary grain procurement contact with Grain Supply Company, helping develop the Company's procurement strategy while ensuring its effective execution. The Commodity Manager is also responsible for maintaining accurate commodity positions, supporting risk management activities, strengthening grower relationships, and providing timely market intelligence and recommendations to management.
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Mid America Agri Products/Wheatland, LLC

Production Operator

POSTED BY: Mid America Agri Products/Wheatland, LLC

• Responsible for the operation of the ethanol plant • Learn all facets of the ethanol process including: cook, distillation, evaporation, centrifuges, grain system, and water treatment. • Maintain self-awareness on safety issues and requirements and report any safety concerns immediately to a supervisor or manager • Monitors and controls plant operations, which includes reviewing production and quality, anticipating and solving problems in a timely manner and identifying opportunities for improvement • Monitor and adjust on the (DCS) computer according to the results of the samples and to keep within parameters and record changes • Keep operators, coming on shift, briefed on what has happened and what is supposed to be done during the next shift. • Participates in Quality Assurance and Quality Control by communicating directly with the QA/QC laboratory, sampling and testing process streams as required, interpreting QA/QC results and taking action when required • Participates in plant maintenance, such as performing preventative maintenance as required, assisting maintenance technicians in performing needed repairs, diagnosing and trouble-shooting maintenance related issues • Must be able to lift 60 pounds, work in confined spaces, climb stairs and ladders and work in various types of weather conditions • Position requires working a 12-hour shift - 4 days on 4 days off • Available occasionally for call in work and overtime
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AZTALAN BIO LLC

Lab Manager

POSTED BY: AZTALAN BIO LLC

The Laboratory Manager at Aztalan Bio is a full-time leadership position responsible for overseeing laboratory operations and quality assurance at the company’s biorefinery in Johnson Creek, Wisconsin. This role ensures the accuracy, integrity, and consistency of laboratory testing while maintaining compliance with applicable industry standards and federal, state, and local safety regulations. The Laboratory Manager develops and maintains laboratory policies, procedures, testing practices, quality control systems, information management systems, and facilities used to evaluate refinery feedstocks, intermediates, and finished products. Key responsibilities include maintaining and calibrating laboratory equipment, recommending new equipment, preparing and shipping samples to customers and external laboratories, coordinating third-party testing, and developing testing practices that demonstrate reproducible results both internally and externally. The position also works closely with operations and commercial teams to investigate finished-product quality concerns and ensure products consistently meet customer specifications and quality standards. In addition to technical and quality responsibilities, the Laboratory Manager leads and develops the laboratory team by hiring and training employees, conducting evaluations, supporting employee development, resolving workplace issues, and taking disciplinary action when necessary. The role assists with developing and managing laboratory capital and operating budgets, including expenses associated with specialized third-party testing and benchmarking activities. The Laboratory Manager also helps establish measurement standards, certification samples, prototype fuels, and related quality systems, while working with industry and governmental quality assurance organizations to obtain laboratory certifications for specialized products such as asphalt and military fuels. Safety is an essential component of the position, with responsibility for promoting a safe and healthy workplace and ensuring laboratory activities comply with established safety policies and regulatory requirements.
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