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About Poet
Four decades of fueling change.
About Us
Our story
Founded in 1987, we have grown from a single, humble bioprocessing facility in Scotland, South Dakota to the world’s largest producer of biofuel and a global leader in sustainable bioproducts. Today, we are headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, with 35 bioprocessing facilities across the Midwest, three corporate offices, four terminal locations, and nearly 2,600 team members. Our integrated business model combines research and development with expertise in design and construction, technology, operations, public affairs, and marketing.
1987
POET was founded in Scotland, S.D.
The beginning
2004
POET patents BPX, the industry's first raw-starch hydrolysis biotechnology
A breakthrough
2007
Name changed from Broin Companies to POET
Brand evolution
2021
Reached capacity of 3 billion gallons with acquisition of Flint Hills Resources
Exponential growth
2022
POET acquires Savannah Transload Facility, further expanding global network
Global market expansion
2026
POET becomes the Official Bioethanol Partner of NASCAR
Zero Carbon Bioethanol
Innovation
Pioneering an industry
The same spirit of ingenuity that helped us to pioneer an industry is still alive and well today. POET nurtures an unceasing commitment to innovating powerful, practical solutions to some of the world’s most pressing challenges. Our world-class team of researchers and engineers works to unleash the regenerative power of agriculture by creating plant-based alternatives to petrochemicals. POET produces a suite of American-made, renewable bioproducts, including bioethanol, distillers grains, corn fermented protein, distillers corn oil, bioCO2, dry ice, purified alcohol, and asphalt rejuvenator.
Today, POET holds more than 140 U.S. patents and continues to break new ground in biotechnology, harnessing the potential of American-grown grain to yield even cleaner and more efficient renewable products and energy.
While the size of our business and the scope of our vision have evolved, we remain focused on reducing our dependence on foreign oil, revitalizing global agriculture, and creating a brighter world for generations to come.
Today, POET holds more than 140 U.S. patents and continues to break new ground in biotechnology, harnessing the potential of American-grown grain to yield even cleaner and more efficient renewable products and energy.
While the size of our business and the scope of our vision have evolved, we remain focused on reducing our dependence on foreign oil, revitalizing global agriculture, and creating a brighter world for generations to come.
VISION & MISSION
Who we are
Our vision
To live in a world with natural balance. Where we no longer take from the Earth, but rather use its enormous ability to regenerate.
Where we are no longer dependent on fossil fuels, but rather rely on the power of nature and the genius of the human spirit.
Where farmers are the creators, and innovators are the heroes.
Where we use the resources given to us in ways we believe God intended.
Where we are no longer dependent on fossil fuels, but rather rely on the power of nature and the genius of the human spirit.
Where farmers are the creators, and innovators are the heroes.
Where we use the resources given to us in ways we believe God intended.
Our mission
To be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as humanly possible.
our founder
Jeff Broin
Founder and CEO
Broin founded POET, the world's largest producer of biofuels, in 1987. He is a recognized innovator, entrepreneur, agriculturalist, philanthropist, and advocate for the biofuels industry. For nearly four decades, Broin has worked to advance the role of renewable biofuels and bioproducts in addressing national and global issues surrounding agriculture, human health, and sustainability.
Beyond POET
As the founding chairman of Growth Energy, Broin spent more than a decade leading the nation’s largest biofuel trade association and continues to advocate on Capitol Hill for higher blends of bioethanol. He also helped establish the Get Biofuel brand, securing major partnerships—including a long-term deal with NASCAR to move to 15% bioethanol and a collaboration with Richard Childress Racing—to promote clean, American-made fuel. Beyond the industry, Broin’s passion for improving lives is reflected in POET’s philanthropic efforts and its support for local communities, as well as in the international nonprofit Seeds of Change, which he and his wife, Tammie, founded in 2014 to empower people through education and agriculture.
Awards and recognition
He has received several notable awards and recognitions, including BIO’s George Washington Carver Award, the Biofuels Digest Global Bioeconomy Leadership Award, an honorary Doctorate of Public Service from South Dakota State University, and induction into the South Dakota Hall of Fame. Additionally, POET has been named to FORTUNE’s “Change the World” list and Fast Company’s “Most Innovative Companies” list for its continued advancements in biotechnology with Broin at the helm.
Sustainability
In rhythm with nature
POET’s enduring vision to create a world in sync with nature began four decades ago. As the world’s largest producer of biofuel and a global leader in sustainable bioproducts, we strive to harness the power of agriculture to provide practical, plant-based alternatives to fossil fuels.
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Gallons of bioethanol production capacity
Bioethanol is a clean-burning, renewable alternative to fossil fuels. It boosts octane, lowers GHGs, and lowers our reliance on foreign oil.
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Bushels of corn processed annually
POET has been a longtime proponent of the power of agriculture. We are working towards partnerships with farmers to incentivize more regenerative ag farming practices, such as the use of precision technologies that reduce fertilizer inputs, decrease soil tillage, and utilize cover crops.
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Bioprocessing facilities
POET is always seeking increased productivity and efficiency in our bioprocessing facilities while also ensuring no compromises on safety or product quality.
On Site
Offices, facilities, and more
Impact & Education
Guided by purpose. Driven by innovation.
Committed to a cleaner world.
POET utilizes corn grown in America's heartland to produce a wide variety of bioproducts. Corn is processed and separated into biofuel, earth-friendly consumer products, and high-protein animal feed ingredients.
How it works
POET utilizes a variety of emerging technologies and innovative practices to best position the company for continued success in the development and production of plant-based bioproducts. By combining the power of nature with human innovation, we believe every product that comes from a barrel of oil can instead be grown from the surface of the Earth.
Vital by POET magazine
Since 2008, Vital has provided readers with forward-thinking content that helps to advance an industry that provides domestic energy and bio-based products from the surface of the Earth.
Our impact
We're here to solve our world's greatest challenges by harnessing the power of agriculture and biotechnology to create plant-based alternatives to petroleum-based products.
Careers
Go all in with POET
In our four decades of pioneering an industry, we've assembled the strongest team in bioprocessing. Join us.
News & Media
Stories and insights that shape our industry
More Than an Internship: Building Careers at POET
For many college students, an internship is a chance to gain experience, explore a career, and add a line to a résumé. At POET, it’s also an opportunity to become part of a team, contribute to meaningful projects, and learn from people who are invested in their growth.
Fueling Freedom
Veterans are helping to build a stronger, more secure energy future for America
POET Ranks Among Nation’s Top Container Exporters
Latest ranking reflects growth in bioproduct exports
The Lost Shoe
The shoe wasn’t gone. It just wasn’t ready to be found.
A Permanent Place for E15
This summer marks the fifth consecutive year that emergency action has been required to access E15.
