President Trump today announced a significant trade agreement with the United Kingdom, specifically including greater market access for U.S. ethanol. According to the White House, the deal includes new access to the UK market for $700 million in U.S. ethanol exports. The following is a statement from Renewable Fuels Association President and CEO Geoff Cooper.
“We sincerely thank President Trump and his trade negotiators for ensuring that American-made ethanol is an important part of the trade agreement announced today with the United Kingdom. While we are still awaiting the specific details of the agreement, we are excited about the prospects of expanded market access that will help boost our farm economy, while also delivering lower-cost, cleaner fuel to UK drivers.”
In 2024, the UK was the second-highest destination for U.S. ethanol exports, after Canada, with a total of 243.8 million gallons, representing 13 percent of all ethanol exports.
