Graphic: American Coalition for Ethanol
The president of the National Farmers Union is urging Congress to approve year-round nationwide sales of E15 gasoline, saying the move would benefit both farmers and consumers.
In a new Agri-Pulse opinion piece, Rob Larew noted that E15 is currently about 25 cents per gallon cheaper than standard gasoline and could save consumers more than $150 million this summer. Larew also said expanded E15 access would create a stronger domestic market for American corn growers by increasing demand for ethanol production.
“E15 represents a scalable, durable domestic market for American crops — one that isn’t subject to trade disputes or fluctuations in export volumes,” Larew wrote. “The infrastructure exists, production capacity is in place, and farmers are ready to meet demand.”
The group continues pushing the Senate to pass legislation allowing year-round E15 sales nationwide. Supporters argue the measure would provide lower fuel costs for drivers while creating additional market opportunities for U.S. farmers and biofuel producers.
NAFB news service
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