Glacial Lakes Corn Processors LLC

Glacial Lakes Corn Processors LLC is an agricultural cooperative specializing in ethanol production and related activities. Established in 2001 in South Dakota and owned by over 4,000 shareholders, the company holds 100% ownership of four ethanol production facilities in Watertown, Mina, Aberdeen, and Huron, South Dakota. These plants collectively produce over 350 million gallons of ethanol annually, highlighting the firm's substantial capacity within the renewable fuels sector. In addition to its direct operations, Glacial Lakes Corn Processors maintains minority interests in other ethanol ventures and a global ethanol marketing firm, allowing it to access broader domestic and international markets. The cooperative structure emphasizes local ownership and community involvement, as directors are elected from within shareholder districts. The company’s presence is significant in the U.S. biofuels market, supporting both agricultural producers and the renewable energy supply chain through the conversion of corn into ethanol for fuel and related byproducts.