Growth Energy, the largest biofuel trade association in the USA, welcomed John Deere as its newest member. Hence, John Deere expresses its commitment to advancing renewable fuels. The company has provided technology to produce food, fiber, fuel, and infrastructure worldwide for nearly 200 years.
Growth Energy is the voice of America’s biofuel industry. Members operate and support biomanufacturing facilities at the heart of America’s bioeconomy, delivering a new generation of clean fuel options.
“John Deere is among the world’s most recognizable brands, and we’re excited to welcome them to our membership network,” said Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor. “John Deere’s decades of experience providing renewable fuel-compatible solutions to their customers demonstrates their commitment to a vibrant rural economy, and their membership at Growth Energy underscores the strong connection between biofuels and the farm economy. We look forward to leveraging their agricultural expertise as we work to champion policies that advance the biofuel industry and expand the bioeconomy.”
“Renewable fuels like corn ethanol deliver clear benefits by enhancing energy independence, reducing prices at the pump, and lowering emissions, all of which are made possible by our farmer customers,” said Cory Reed, President of the Worldwide Agriculture & Turf Division for Production & Precision Agriculture at John Deere. “John Deere has long worked with farmers to advance and promote the use of crop-based renewable fuels, and we’re proud to partner with Growth Energy to continue this critical work through policy advocacy, industry engagement, and public education.”
John Deere joins Growth Energy as a premium associate member, and will also have a non-voting seat on the association’s board of directors.