Yesterday’s announcement from NASCAR is obviously huge news for the state as far as entertainment and recreation is concerned. The race will be a huge boon for the local economies, as it could generate around $100 million in economic impact. But what will this race mean for Iowa’s farmers? Iowa Corn Growers Association President Jolene Riessen said that, since NASCAR drivers use ethanol in their vehicles, next year’s race will be a huge platform for Iowa’s ethanol industry.
Advocacy is incredibly important for biofuels like ethanol in particular because the infrastructure is already in place to increase their usage and ease the stress on the environment and consumers.
Despite recent studies from the EPA that try to claim otherwise, Riessen said it’s been proven time and time again that ethanol is an affordable and available fuel that is good for both the environment and for vehicles.
Riessen also encouraged everyone to support their local farmers by using E15 in their own vehicles and even potentially getting some tickets for the big race next year.
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