The 2025 International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo, held in Omaha, Nebraska, concluded with record-breaking participation and industry engagement, reinforcing its role as the largest and most influential gathering in the global ethanol sector. The event welcomed nearly 2,500 attendees, 370 exhibitors, 150 speakers, and over 575 biofuel producers, representing 94% of U.S. installed ethanol production capacity.

With representation from 45 U.S. states, eight Canadian provinces, and 30 countries, this year’s FEW achieved its highest attendance in 15 years, and the largest share of production capacity ever assembled at the event.

“The turnout, excitement and large number of new technologies at this year’s FEW reflect the ethanol industry’s vital role in advancing U.S. energy policy,” said John Nelson, chief operating officer of BBI International. “The discussions in Omaha underscored how domestic ethanol production continues to support energy independence and strengthen rural economies.”

In addition to the robust main agenda including four program tracks, the 2025 FEW featured two co-located events, the Sustainable Fuels Summit and the Carbon Capture & Storage Summit, which brought even more technical depth and cross-sector engagement to the event.

“We were proud to host an exceptional lineup of speakers this year, including leading ethanol producers, engineers, technology developers and analysts,” said Danielle Piekarski, content and program manager at BBI International. “Our presenters brought deep expertise and timely insight into every major topic facing the industry—from improving plant performance and reducing carbon intensity to navigating new market opportunities and regulatory landscapes. The caliber of speakers at FEW 2025 truly elevated the event.”

The conference’s four-track agenda featured educational sessions, case studies and industry insights, while a sold-out expo hall highlighted innovations in plant technologies, carbon management and operational efficiencies.

Planning is already underway for next year’s event. The 42nd Annual International Fuel Ethanol Workshop & Expo will take place June 2–4, 2026, in St. Louis, Missouri. Visit www.fuelethanolworkshop.com for more information.