E15 Demand Boosts US Corn Farmers with Potential Increase of Up to 450M Bushels

US corn farmers are getting a boost from E15, a gasoline blend containing 15% ethanol. According to CHS Inc., this higher blend can increase demand for US-grown corn by up to 450 million bushels per year, depending on fuel consumption and market conditions.

The impact of E15 on domestic crop demand is influenced by various factors, including federal fuel rules, retail infrastructure investments, consumer awareness, and ethanol economics. While growth in E15 can expand domestic demand for US corn, its size depends on consistent policy, retail availability, and consumer adoption.