The Nebraska Corn Board (NCB) is now accepting applications for the Blender Pump Grant Program. This initiative is designed to increase the availability of higher ethanol blends, including E15, E30 and E85 at fuel retail locations statewide. Retailers are invited to submit applications which could award up to $50,000 per retail location for the installation of equipment supporting mid- to high-level ethanol blends like E15, E30 and E85, in accordance with the guidelines provided in the application.
“This program directly connects Nebraska corn farmers with new market opportunities by growing in-state demand for ethanol,” said Payton Schaneman, director of market development at NCB. “Every pump installed is another step toward building stronger local economies, lower cost fuel for consumers and expanding demand across Nebraska.”
Applications must be received no later than 5:00 pm on Friday, September 26, 2025. For further information, visit nebraskacorn.gov/corn-101/corn-uses/ethanol or contact Payton Schaneman at 402-471-2676.
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