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Iowa Biofuels Keep Economy Strong in 2023

Iowa Biofuels Keep Economy Strong in 2023


Iowa biofuels production continues to support a strong rural economy according to a new economic study released today.

John Urbanchuk of ABF Economics conducted the study, commissioned by the Iowa Renewable Fuels Association (IRFA). The study found: “The importance of the renewable fuels industry to agriculture and rural economies such as Iowa is particularly notable.” Specifically, biofuels production:

Accounts for more than $6.5 billion, or about 3 percent, of Iowa GDP

Generates $3.2 billion of income for Iowa households; and

Supports almost 52,000 jobs throughout the entire Iowa economy.

“Even as the value of commodity purchases dropped along with commodity prices, biofuels producers continue to play a critical role in supporting Iowa’s rural economy and farmers,” said IRFA Executive Director Monte Shaw. “With commodity production increasing faster than demand, Iowa needs to focus on creating new market opportunities, including higher blends, exports and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).”

In 2023, Iowa ethanol production increased to a record-breaking 4.6 billion gallons, up from the previous record of 4.5 billion gallons in 2022. Iowa biodiesel production kept steady at 350 million gallons, nearly the same as the 349 million gallons produced in 2022.

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