With the Biden administration’s decision to ban Russian oil imports, the case is being made for homegrown energy. “As corn growers, we need to speak up and say how important it is to have that E15 blend for summer months,” said Tom Haag, vice president, National Corn Growers Association. “It can take pressure off oil (prices) so can have a little cheaper product out there for our consumers.” With rising commodity prices, there are reports the administration is considering a reduction in the Renewable Fuel Standard in response to rising food prices. Haag, a farmer from Eden Valley, Minnesota, said the food-versus fuel debate didn’t make sense in 2012 and it doesn’t make sense today.
