A Message from Our President

“The Minnesota Ethanol Producers Association was formed in 2004 to promote the production and use of bioethanol and coproducts in Minnesota. We have been successful in creating an environment where there are more options than in any other state for consumers to fuel up with clean burning, low-cost bioethanol blends. Minnesota is known for its natural beauty, clean water and clean air. Our industry is doing our part today to preserve and protect our environment by providing a renewable, low-carbon option at the pump.”

– Chris Hanson, President

Member Plants

1.4

Billion
Gallons

Annual production
capacity of ethanol

$1,042

Million
Dollars

Gross
Output

$469

Million
Dollars

Value-Added
(GDP)

$154

Million
Dollars

Household
Earnings

64

Million Bushels
of Corn

Bought from Minnesota
farmers annually

2,729

Jobs
Created

For the benefit of
Minnesota’s economy

387

Million
Dollars

Value of
corn used

652

Metric
Tons

CO2
reduction

All of these facts highlight that Minnesota’s bioethanol industry revitalizes local communities and impacts the entire state.

The truth is Minnesota’s corn-based bioethanol is a vital and necessary answer to our energy demands. The future of our industry is bright and the bioethanol production of tomorrow will be even more efficient and advanced.

Important for Minnesota’s Future. Important for America’s Future.