Brazil's Corn Ethanol Production Surges Ahead of Projections

Brazil's corn ethanol production is surging ahead of projections, reaching a one-third share of the country's biofuel matrix by 2027/28.

This rapid expansion is driven by the growth in installed corn-processing capacity and strong industrial development. According to consultancy StoneX, corn ethanol production is expected to reach 13.6 billion liters in 2027/28, up 29.7% from the previous season.

Inpasa, Brazil's second-largest ethanol producer, plays a significant role in this transformation. The company combines anhydrous, hydrated, and neutral ethanol with co-products such as DDGS (distiller's dried grains with solubles), technical corn oil, and electricity.

Bruno Maier, Inpasa's Institutional Relations Manager, emphasizes the integrated solution offered by Brazil's second-crop corn production model. Unlike the European model, which often fuels debate over 'food versus fuel', the Brazilian system reconciles agricultural production for food purposes with clean and sustainable energy generation.