Illinois Farm Bureau
04/19/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/19/2024 13:20
Statement from Illinois Farm Bureau on Temporary Summer E-15 SalesIllinois Farm BureauNews releasepress releaseEthanolE-15IFB statement
STATEMENT FROM ILLINOIS FARM BUREAU
ON TEMPORARY SUMMER E-15 SALES
April 19, 2024
MEDIA CONTACT:
Sierra Henry
Media Relations Specialist
Illinois Farm Bureau®
309-557-2083
[email protected]
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. - The Biden Administration through the Environmental Protection Agency announced today a temporary waiver for summertime sales of E-15, a fuel blend containing 15% ethanol and 85% gasoline, to address extreme and unusual fuel supply circumstances. The following is a statement from Illinois Farm Bureau President Brian Duncan.
"This announcement is a win-win for Illinois farmers who produce and deliver more than 657 million bushels of corn to the 13 ethanol plants in our state, producing 1.84 billion gallons of ethanol. We believe year-round sales of E-15 will yield a significant, measurable and noticeable economic and environmental benefit for rural, suburban and urban residents.
"Additionally, increasing access and growing demand for biofuels such as E-15 is vital to enhancing our nation's energy independence while offering a more affordable fuel option for consumers."
Duncan added that IFB is greatly appreciative of recent bipartisan efforts of Illinois lawmakers who sent letters requesting this waiver.
About Illinois Farm Bureau
The Illinois Farm Bureau is a member of the American Farm Bureau Federation, a national organization of farmers and ranchers. Founded in 1916, IFB is a non-profit, membership organization directed by farmers who join through their county Farm Bureau. IFB has a total membership of more than 364,452 and a farmer membership of 75,959. IFB represents three out of four Illinois farmers.
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IFB President Brian Duncan