GPRE Profile
Green Plains Inc. is a prominent player in the ethanol industry, operating both domestically and internationally with a focus on production, marketing, and distribution. The company operates through three strategic segments: Ethanol Production, Agribusiness and Energy Services, and Partnership.
The Ethanol Production segment is central to Green Plains' operations, specializing in the production and sale of ethanol, along with industrial-grade alcohol, distiller grains, and ultra-high protein and corn oil. These products serve various industrial and agricultural markets, contributing to the company's diversified revenue streams.
In the Agribusiness and Energy Services segment, Green Plains engages in grain procurement, handling, and storage activities. It also manages a robust commodity marketing business, trading ethanol, distiller grains, ultra-high protein and corn oil, as well as grain, natural gas, and other commodities across multiple markets. The segment further supports grain producers with essential services like grain drying and storage.
The Partnership segment of Green Plains offers critical fuel storage and transportation services, leveraging a network that includes 29 ethanol storage facilities, 4 fuel terminal facilities, and a fleet of approximately 2,300 leased railcars as of December 31, 2021. This infrastructure enhances the company's capabilities in delivering efficient logistics solutions.
Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, Green Plains Inc. was formerly known as Green Plains Renewable Energy, Inc. The company rebranded in May 2014 to reflect its expanded focus and diversified operations within the renewable energy and agribusiness sectors. With a strong commitment to sustainability and operational excellence, Green Plains continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of ethanol production and related agricultural services globally.
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