# USDA Expands American Biofuels Trade

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the American Biofuels Trade Outlook on September 16, 2026, highlighting record ethanol exports of 2.2 billion gallons valued at $4.7 billion in 2025. This initiative aims to remove existing restrictions on American biofuels and broaden global market access, supporting growth in the U.S. biofuel industry and benefiting agricultural producers nationwide.

- **Why this matters:** USDA's focus on expanding biofuel exports signals increased demand for biofuel production inputs and related agricultural commodities, creating procurement opportunities for suppliers and contractors in the bioenergy sector.
- The removal of trade restrictions may lead to new contracts and partnerships for companies specializing in biofuel technologies, logistics, and export services.
- Procurement professionals should evaluate supply chain capabilities to support anticipated growth in biofuel production and international distribution.
- Industry stakeholders can leverage this outlook to align business strategies with USDA's trade expansion goals and explore federal support programs for biofuel-related projects.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Energy & Utilities
**Topics:** Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 16, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)

### Key Quotes
> This milestone demonstrates how American innovation and rural investment can deliver prosperity for consumers and producers at home and around the globe.
> — Brooke L. Rollins, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture

### Sources
- [USDA Announces New American Biofuels Trade Outlook, Building on Record 2025 Exports | USDA](https://www.usda.gov/about-usda/news/press-releases/2026/09/16/usda-announces-new-american-biofuels-trade-outlook-building-record-2025-exports) - USDA