Podcasts about Renewable Fuels Association

Summer weather hits early as farmers push ahead with planting. We cover rapid planting pace, the USDA's emergency livestock border closure over Screwworm concerns, and a major new U.S.-UK trade deal. Plus, ransomware attacks on the rise for U.S. agriculture, the House proposes significant SNAP cuts, and the 45Z biofuels tax credit may receive a four-year extension. Then we sit down with Geoff Cooper, President and CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association, to talk about the future of E15 and what the 45Z extension means for the industry. Be sure to subscribe and follow @AgNewsDaily for the latest ag updates!

Geoff Cooper is the CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association. He says he wants to see support for flex-fuel vehicles and a clear path forward on tax credits for Sustainable Aviation Fuel production. He says airplanes are running on SAF right now, and they want more of it. Cooper says renewable fuel has a champion in the Trump administration -- Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins has been a biofuel advocate, and President Trump himself has been a vocal proponent of ethanol. The goal for the RFA is to get the Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Transportation on board with advancing both Sustainable Aviation Fuel and flex-fuel vehicles. This Washington Watch news update is brought to you by the Wisconsin Soybean Association, dedicated to ensuring policies are in place for the future of soybean farmers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Headlines on today's episode include: Trade deal with UK good for America's farmers and ranchers, RFA says UK trade agreement expands market access, NCGA pushing for corn & ethanol's inclusion in India trade deal, Opportunities to advance biofuels production in Indiana, Leader of idled Iowa biodiesel plant speaks to ongoing uncertainties, and an Iowa farmer discusses importance of on-farm research.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Troy Bredenkamp, is senior vice president of government and public affairs at the Renewable Fuels Association and he joins us to updates on several fronts, including progress on year-round E15 and status of RVOs. Andy Shissler of S&W Trading answers the question does China need the U.S. more than the U.S. needs China? And we have a new episode of the Soy Checkoff Check-in, featuring Ed Lammers who grows soybeans and serves on USB's executive committee.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – shares his Pick of the Week and talks about his new podcast episode which features a fascinating story that combines farming with Major League Baseball. Renewable Fuels Association president and CEO Geoff Cooper joins us to discuss year round E15, status of SREs, RVOs and the priority list for RFA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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On Wednesday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with updates on the newly announced USDA plan to combat bird flu and lower egg prices along with other news headlines. In Segment Two, we talk about spring acreage potential and new projections from CoBank with Tanner Ehmke, Lead Economist, Grains and Oilseeds at CoBank. In Segment Three, we catch up on ethanol industry news and issues with Geoff Cooper, President and CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association. Then we close the show in Segment Four with a recap of the February board meeting of the United Soybean Board with USB Audit and Evaluation Committee Chair, Don Wyss of Indiana.

Renewable Fuels Association president and CEO Geoff Cooper joins us for a conversation on biofuels priorities for 2025. Then we get an in-depth weather outlook with Drew Lerner of World Weather, Inc.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brownfield's Meghan Grebner visited with Renewable Fuels Association senior vice president of government and public affairs Troy Bredenkamp at the 2025 National Ethanol Conference in Nashville, Tennessee.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Wednesday on AOA, we start the show with a look at midweek market action as Kristi Van Ahn-Kjeseth from Van Ahn & Company joins the show. In Segment Two, we talk about cattle health with Dr. Julia Herman, beef cattle specialist and veterinarian with the National Cattlemen's Beef Association. In Segment Three, we discuss a wide range of issues and priorities for the ethanol and renewable fuels industry with Troy Bredenkamp, Senior Vice President, Government & Public Affairs at the Renewable Fuels Association. Then in Segment Four, we talk about Grain Bin Safety Week with Laramie Sandquist, Risk Management Leader at Nationwide.

Everett Eissenstat, Partner, Squire Patton Boggs Ryan LeGrand, President and CEO, U.S. Grains Council  Moderator: Ed Hubbard, General Counsel and VP, Government Affairs, Renewable Fuels Association

    Brian Olson, ICE and Low Carbon Fuels Product Strategy Director, Cummins Power Systems      Felix Leworthy, Co-founder and Chief Commercial Officer, ETFuels     Holly Mayton, Lead for Research Partnerships and Science Policy, John Deere      Tim Hughes, Project Director, Commercial Aviation Alternative Fuels Initiative (CAAFI)     Moderator: Tad Hepner, VP, Strategy and Innovation, Renewable Fuels Association

John Howard, Director, Product Management, Experian Automotive Andrew Koblenz, Executive Vice President of Strategic Affairs and Industry Initiatives, National Automobile Dealers Association LeeAnn Goheen, Senior Director, Government Affairs, NATSO & SIGMA Moderator: Robert White, Senior VP, Industry Relations & Market Development, Renewable Fuels Association

Navigating the Future of Clean Fuel Tax Incentives Dana Jackson, Partner, RSM US LLP  Tony Miller,  Principal, Energy Compliance Services - Technical, Weaver  Moderator: Jared Mullendore, Policy Counsel and Director, Government Affairs, Renewable Fuels Association

Juan Sacoto, Executive Director and Head of Global Agribusiness Consulting, S&P Global Kevin Lindemer, Head of Downstream Consulting Americas, S&P Global Moderator: Scott Richman, Chief Economist, Renewable Fuels Association

Dave VanderGriend, CEO, ICM, Inc. Karol King, Board Chairman, SIRE Rodney Jorgenson, Board Member, Al-Corn Clean Fuel Todd Brown, Board Member, Dakota Ethanol, LLC Rod Gangwish, Board Member, KAAPA Ethanol Holdings LLC Moderator: Geoff Cooper, President and CEO, Renewable Fuels Association

Brownfield's Meghan Grebner interviews Renewable Fuels Association chief economist Scott Richman at the 2025 National Ethanol Conference in Nashville, Tennessee.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Renewable Fuels Association welcomes the inclusion of year-round E15 sales in the President's emergency energy declaration.

Geoff Cooper, President and CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association talks E15, 45Z tax credit, and tariffs.  We hear from Megan Marshall from Edible Chicago, who was at last week's Everything Local Conference. Joe Camp at Commstock Investments previews a new market week. 

A notorious pest of cotton, okra, and eggplant has now been detected in several Florida counties, and recent polling for the Renewable Fuels Association shows 69% of registered voters support increasing the availability of E15.

California Governor Gavin Newsom issued a state of emergency in response to a worsening bird flu outbreak that's affected hundreds of dairy herds, and recent polling for the Renewable Fuels Association shows 69% of registered voters support increasing the availability of E15.

Friday, December 27th (Mike Adams) 1) Robert White, Renewable Fuels Association, 2) Chuck Conner, NCFC,  3) Arlan Suderman, StoneX,  4) NEWS and COMMENTARY  

The roller coaster of news concerning the continuing resolution means getting the perspectives of a variety of folks concerned with U.S. agriculture. We discuss the ag economy and rural banking with Alan Hoskins, president of American Farm Mortgage & Financial Services. Robert White, senior vice president of industry relations and market development at the Renewable Fuels Association, talks about E15 and the RFS. Paul Neiffer, a.k.a. The Farm CPA, also chimes in about the status of the CR and farm aid.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have questions, feedback, or thoughts on the show? We want to hear from you! Click on this link to send us a text message. In this insightful episode of the Whole Grain Podcast, host Jim Lenz sits down with Robert White, Vice President of Industry Relations and Market Development at the Renewable Fuels Association (RFA). With decades of experience in ethanol market development and a deep connection to the grain industry, Robert brings a wealth of knowledge about the transformative role of renewable fuels.Together, Jim and Robert explore the evolving landscape of biofuels, focusing on ethanol's significance for corn, soybeans, and sorghum producers. They discuss how over 40% of U.S. corn production is directed toward ethanol and what that means for grain handling and processing facilities. The conversation also delves into the emergence of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), its potential as a game-changer for the biofuels sector, and the opportunities it presents for grain industry stakeholders.Robert shares actionable insights on tackling persistent misconceptions about ethanol, the importance of advocacy in shaping policy, and the global market's growing appetite for U.S.-produced biofuels. Listeners will walk away with a better understanding of how to position their operations for future success and support the growing demand for renewable fuels.Key Topics Covered:The current state of the ethanol industry and its impact on grain markets.Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and its potential to disrupt both biofuels and grain markets.Strategies for grain professionals to increase awareness and advocate for renewable fuels.The role of state and federal policies in shaping the future of biofuels.Global growth opportunities and the U.S. role in meeting international demand for ethanol.Guest Expert: Robert White is the Vice President of Industry Relations at the Renewable Fuels Association. With a career spanning decades in ethanol advocacy and education, Robert is a leading voice in renewable fuel market development and an advocate for its benefits to farmers, grain handlers, and the broader agriculture sector.Important Links:Learn more about the Renewable Fuels Association (RFA): www.ethanolrfa.orgVeterans for Renewable Fuels: https://ethanolrfa.org/veteransExplore educational resources on biofuels: Reports, Studies, and White PapersFact SheetsAnnual Industry OutlookConnect with GEAPS: Stay informed about future episodes and learn more about GEAPS:Website: www.geaps.comGEAPS ExchangeOnline Course CatalogWhole Grain Podcast Page Grain Elevator and Processing Society champions, connects and serves the global grain industry and its members. Be sure to visit GEAPS' website to learn how you can grow your network, support your personal professional development, and advance your career. Thank you for listening to another episode of GEAPS' Whole Grain podcast.

In today's show Riley is joined by Iowa Congressman Zach Nunn to discuss what we might see included in the Continuing Resolution, Dustin speaks to Lisa Becton of the Swine Health Information Center about H5N1 in hogs, and Mark talks with Geoff Cooper of the Renewable Fuels Association.

Thursday on AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at this week's market action and whether or not the funds are back in control of the grains as we talk with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. In Segment Two, we look at the latest surrounding 45Z tax credit guidance, the Summit Carbon pipeline project and more with DTN Environmental Editor, Todd Neeley. In Segment Three, we get an update on the Farm Bill, economic assistance for farmers and more with the Ranking Member on the Senate Ag Committee, Senator John Boozman (R-AR). Then we close the show with a conversation from the 2024 NAFB Convention with Robert White from the Renewable Fuels Association.

Bob Elliott, co-founder and CEO/CIO of Unlimited Funds, shares his perspective on potential future economic agendas, including what Treasury Secretary-Designate Scott Bessent brings to the table and President-elect Trump's announced tariffs. Renewable Fuels Association president and CEO Geoff Cooper joins us to discuss  USDA Secretary-Designate Brooke Rollins, UCO imports and update on 45Z.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Geoff Cooper, CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association, says former New York congressman Lee Zeldin doesn't have the best track record with biofuel. Now that President-elect Donald Trump has tapped him to run the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, will that change? Geoff says the EPA touches ethanol almost every day, and he feels economic and political dynamics have changed in ethanol's favor. The first order of business for RFA is to get EPA to publish a final rule on Renewable Fuel Standard volumes for 2026 and beyond. Geoff says this would ensure more ethanol gets blended into fuel, which lowers the price at the gas pump. In addition, RFA wants to see support for Sustainable Aviation Fuel with a clear path forward on tax credits for SAF production. He says while the U.S. leads the world in ethanol production, we're at risk of missing out on leading the world in new ethanol uses, such as SAF.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We continue to canvas various perspectives on relevant policy and personnel changes expected with the upcoming Trump administration, and this morning we speak with Troy Bredenkamp, senior vice president of government & public affairs at Renewable Fuels Association to hear his thoughts as well. Then we have a Farmer Forum with Chad Leman of Illinois and Quentin Bowen of Nebraska.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – talks about his Pick of the Week plus other used machinery auctions he's keeping an eye on. Renewable Fuels Association president and CEO Geoff Cooper joins us to discuss Governor Newsom's call for expedited approval of E15 in California.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Geoff Cooper is the president and CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association and says that the U.S. ethanol industry is projected to have a record year for ethanol exports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

College Roadshow is at Iowa State University and we have a conversation with Bobby Martens, extension economist at ISU. Plus we get an update from Geoff Cooper, president and CEO at the Renewable Fuels Association, about the letter sent to EPA about foreign used cooking oil and tallow. We also have a new episode of the Soy Checkoff Check-in, featuring guest Robb Ewoldt of Davenport, Iowa.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Friday's AOA, we start the show with a look at the markets and some of this week's grain rally into the Labor Day weekend with Mike Zuzolo from Global Commodity Analytics. Then, we share more conversations from this year's Farm Progress Show for the rest of the show. We talk in Segment Two with Chuck Spencer, GROWMARK Executive Director of Corporate and Government Relations. In Segment Three, we hear from Robert White, Senior VP, Industry Relations & Market Development for the Renewable Fuels Association. Then in Segment Four, we get some tire tips from Chris Neidert, Ag Marketing, Training and Development Manager for Trelleborg & Mitas Tires.

Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – regales us with a story involving David Brown, who built tractors and famous spy cars. Geoff Cooper, president and CEO at Renewable Fuels Association, talks biofuels issues, including their suit against the EPA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The battle continues for acknowledgement and support of reformulated fuels in Washington, D.C.  Charitee Seebecker talks to Emily Skor, CEO of Growth Energy, about their strategies to try and get the facts to policymakers. Feed isn't something you think would involve international politics - but it does.  Constance Cullman with the American Feed Association explains the dynamics of what's influencing feed prices. Flex fuels are asking for the same energy considerations and credits that legislation allows for electric vehicles.  Stephanie Hoff dives deeper with Troy Bredenkam, Sr. Vice President of Government & Public Affairs with the Renewable Fuels Association. Can flex fuel gain the same 31% tax credit EV gets? Wisconsin farmers now have more than 40% of their corn in the ground and about 37% of their soybeans planted. John Heinberg, market advisor with Total Farm Marketing joins Pam Jahnke. People are paying attention to the wheat market!  Growing concerns about conditions in Russia help fuel interest.  Dairy is also getting attention.  Heinberg says it might be at the end of the run though, so be cautious.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the United States works toward reducing emissions, the Renewable Fuels Association doesn't want biofuels to get tossed aside. Troy Bredenkamp, Senior Vice President of Government & Public Affairs, is focused on ensuring flexible fuel vehicles -- cars that can run on high blends of renewable corn ethanol -- earn the same sustainability credits as electric vehicles. Specifically, Bredenkamp is working on the Flex Fuel Fairness Act. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Thursday's AOA, with guest host Mike Adams, we have another busy show today. In Segment One we have Mike Zuzolo with Global Commodity Analytics to discuss markets and the upcoming WASDE reports. In Segment Two we discuss the latest Purdue/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer with Dr. Jim Mintert from Purdue University. Then in Segment Three we have Todd Neeley, DTN Environmental Editor, joining us to chat about a recent story regarding biofuels tax credits fraud.  And finally in Segment Four we chat renewable fuels, the latest in E15, GREET and more with Robert White at the Renewable Fuels Association.   

We talk with Geoff Cooper, president and CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association, as we're starting to pickup hints on what the final GREET model will be that will ultimately if corn-based ethanol has a pathway to sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

U.S. sales of E15, a blend of 15% ethanol and 85% gasoline, are estimated to have hit a record 1.11 billion gallons in 2023, an increase of 8% over 2022, according to a Renewable Fuels Association analysis of data released by state agencies in Minnesota and Iowa. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Professor Scott Brown of Mizzou joins us to discuss the latest Ag Economists' Monthly Monitor. Geoff Cooper of Renewable Fuels Association shares reaction to EPA's announcement of re-calibrated emissions standards. And Dr. Mitchell Roth of FBN talks about how farmers can guard against La Niña and El Niño. Plus we have Episode 1 of a special new podcast for United Soybean Board.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Veteran On the Move, Joe Crane welcomes Geoff Cooper, President and CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association (RFA), the leading voice for America's ethanol industry. Geoff served four years in the Quartermaster Corps, specializing in petroleum supply and logistics. Join Joe and Geoff as they delve into the fascinating world of ethanol, exploring its history and impact on the American corn industry. Geoff sheds light on the future opportunities and challenges facing the biofuel market and how RFA is shaping the industry's direction. Whether you're a veteran seeking new opportunities, a farmer interested in biofuels, or simply curious about the future of energy, this episode is packed with valuable insights and information. Join Joe and Geoff on Veteran On the Move for a glimpse into the exciting world of renewable fuels!     About Our Guest    Geoff Cooper is President and CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association, the leading trade association for America's ethanol industry. Geoff is a veteran, having served as a Captain in the U.S. Army, specializing in bulk petroleum supply and logistics. In addition to his military service and work with RFA Geoff has also served as an appointed member of the California Air Resources Board's Low Carbon Fuel Standard Program Advisory Panel, the Oregon Clean Fuels Program Rulemaking Advisory Committee, and the Midwest Governors Associations (MGA) Advanced Transportation Fuels Advisory Group. He also works on the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Agricultural Advisory Committee and was named to the U.N. Expert Roundtable on Biofuels & Food by the Commissioner for Human Rights   Join the conversation on Facebook! Check out Veteran on the Move on Facebook to connect with our guests and other listeners. A place where you can network with other like-minded veterans who are transitioning to entrepreneurship and get updates on people, programs and resources to help you in YOUR transition to entrepreneurship.   About Our Sponsors Navy Federal Credit Union   Start off 2024 with a new Navy Federal credit card that has an APR 6% lower than the industry average. Service isn't just what Navy Federal Credit Union does  – it's who they are. That's why Navy Federal created tools to help you earn and save more. Make your financial goals a reality with great rates and low fees. Learn more: www.navyfederal.org/offers At Navy Federal, our members are the mission.      Gusto Something always comes up when you're running a small business. Gusto's payroll and HR services can make it a little easier. Gusto was designed for you, the small business owner.They take the pain out of running a business. Automatically calculating paychecks, filing payroll taxes, setting up open enrollment—Gusto does it all.Want more? Time tracking, health insurance, 401(k), onboarding, commuter benefits, offer letters, access to HR experts—you get the idea. With Gusto, you can focus on the joy of running your business. It's super easy to set up and get started. If you're moving from another provider, Gusto can transfer all your data for you. It's no surprise 94% of customers are likely to recommend Gusto. Here's the best part: because you're a listener, you get three months totally free. All you have to do is go to gusto.com/veteran. Want to be our next guest? Send us an email at interview@veteranonthemove.com.  Did you love this episode? Leave us a 5-star rating and review!  Download Joe Crane's Top 7 Paths to Freedom or get it on your mobile device. Text VETERAN to 38470.

National Ethanol Conference wrap up  The Renewable Fuels Association was pleased to welcome USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack to the NEC this year, as well as Doug McKalip, Chief Agricultural Negotiator in the Office of the United States Trade Representative. This edition of the Ethanol Report includes comments from both of them, as well as RFA President and CEO Geoff Cooper, RFA Chairman Erik Huschitt of Badger State Ethanol, Dr. Michael Wang with Argonne National Laboratory, and RFA Senior VP, Industry Relations & Market Development Robert White.

The National Ethanol Conference just ended and we get a report on it from Troy Bedenkamp, senior vice president, government & public affairs at the Renewable Fuels Association. CattleCon 2024 recently concluded and we speak with Ethan Lane, vice president of government affairs at the National Cattlemen's Beef Association, about the convention and NCBA's priorities for this year. And Andrew McCrea joins us to celebrate National FFA Week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How the West was Won: California's E85 Success Story. Learn how West Coast partnerships have successfully positioned E85 to meet consumer demand and satisfy low-carbon fuel requirements. Jeff Wilkerson, Government Policy and Regulatory Affairs Manager, Pearson Fuels Juha Honkasalo, Head of Industry Relations, eFlexFuel   Casey Laur, Manager, E85 Sales, The Andersons, Inc. Moderator: Robert White, Senior VP, Industry Relations, Renewable Fuels Association

This week's Open Mic guest is Geoff Cooper, president and CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association. The Iowa caucuses once again provide the opportunity to press the merits of the renewable fuels industry on those hopeful to gain the White House in November. Cooper believes his industry isn't seeing a balanced regulatory approach from the Biden administration. On the regulatory front, RFA is watching for amendments to modeling that will determine Inflation Reduction Act tax credit eligibility and staunchly disagrees with proposed EPA tailpipe emission standards. Cooper says sustainable aviation fuel has the potential to revolutionize the renewable fuels industry, but not without resolving pipeline issues in several states.

Michelle Rook sits in for Chip Flory this morning and her guests are Mary Kay Thatcher – senior manager, federal government and industry relations for Syngenta, Geoff Cooper – president & CEO at the Renewable Fuels Association, and Shawna Morris – executive vice president, trade policy and global affairs at the National Milk Producers Federation and the U.S. Dairy Export CouncilSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Veteran's Day is coming up and we have a conversation with Renewable Fuels Association president and CEO Geoff Cooper, who was a Captain in the U.S. Army, about the role veterans play in the bio fuels industry. Then we visit the University of Illinois ACES Dean Professor Germán Bollero for this week's College Roadshow.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Peterson – Machinery Pete – pays us his weekly visit and unveils his Pick of the Week and shares information about other recent auctions. Geoff Cooper, president and CEO of Renewable Fuels Association talks about Navigator CO2's announcement to cease the carbon capture pipeline project and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.