Green Plains
Omaha, Nebraska, United States · Biotechnology, Energy, Farming
Green Plains Inc. is a leading biorefining company focused on the development and utilization of fermentation, agricultural and biological technologies in the processing of annually renewable crops into sustainable value-added ingredients.
Key facts
- Headquarters
- Omaha, Nebraska, United States
- Employees
- 930
- Industries
- Biotechnology, Energy, Farming
- Status
- Public (GPRE)
- Website
- gpreinc.com
- Company page
Recent activity at Green Plains
- : Green Plains Appoints Allan Williams as General Counsel
- : SEC 8-K (1.01): On October 29, 2026, Green Plains Inc. entered into a Tax Credit Purchase Agreement with two unaffiliated parties. Under this agreement, Green Plains agreed to supply production tax credits worth a minimum of $250 million up to a maximum of $325 million from its ethanol production for the year 2026. The buyers include a leading U.S. life insurance company and an investment subsidiary of a major engineering firm, both with guarantees for payment. Cash proceeds for the credits are expected to be generated in the fourth quarter of 2026 and the first half of 2027, contingent on the generation and availability of the credits. The Agreement is effective immediately and contains provisions for termination under certain conditions, as well as implications concerning changes to tax laws affecting credit utilization.
- : SEC 8-K (7.01):
- : SEC 8-K (1.01): On April 17, 2026, Green Plains Inc. and its wholly owned subsidiaries, Green Plains Finance Company LLC, Green Plains Grain Company LLC, and Green Plains Trade Group LLC, entered into the Second Amendment to their senior secured sustainability-linked revolving Loan and Security Agreement (the 'Revolver Facility'). This amendment extends the termination date from March 25, 2027, to September 25, 2027, and reduces the total commitment size from $350 million to $300 million. This agreement involves key financial institutions with ING Capital LLC serving as the Agent, underscoring the strategic adjustments made to navigate their funding capabilities amid changing market conditions. The significant changes reflected in this amendment could impact the company's liquidity and operational planning moving forward.
- : SEC 8-K (5.02):
- : Green Plains Appoints Ann Reis as Chief Financial Officer
- : SEC 8-K (5.02): On January 5, 2026, Green Plains Inc. announced the departure of Phil Boggs as Chief Financial Officer, effective the same day. Ann Reis has been appointed to succeed him, with her role taking effect on January 6, 2026. Ms. Reis brings over 20 years of relevant experience, having served in various financial roles, most recently at Southwest Iowa Renewable Energy, LLC. Her employment terms include a one-time grant of $200,000 in restricted shares, a bonus of $75,000 for achieving specific early milestones, and a base salary of $325,000. Phil Boggs will receive a severance package that includes the vesting of unvested equity awards and six months of base salary.
- : SEC 8-K (5.02): The Board of Directors of Green Plains Inc. has approved the appointment of Ann Reis as Chief Financial Officer, effective January 6, 2026, following the departure of Phil Boggs on January 5, 2026. Ann Reis brings over 20 years of experience in agribusiness, energy, and financial services, having served as CFO at Southwest Iowa Renewable Energy, LLC prior to this appointment. This change in leadership may impact the financial direction and strategy of the company moving forward, considering Ms. Reis's extensive background in finance and her leadership roles in previous companies.
- : SEC 8-K (1.01): On October 27, 2025, Green Plains Inc. entered into an Indenture with Wilmington Trust, National Association, for the issuance of $200 million 5.25% Convertible Senior Notes due November 2030. This transaction included an exchange agreement to swap $170 million of existing 2.25% Convertible Senior Notes due 2027 for the new 2030 Notes and a separate subscription agreement that raised $30 million in cash by issuing additional 2030 Notes. The company plans to use approximately $30 million from the net proceeds to repurchase about 2.9 million shares of its common stock. The 2030 Notes are general senior, unsecured obligations, with specific redemption conditions tied to the company's stock trading performance and interest payments starting May 1, 2026.
- : SEC 8-K (8.01): On October 22, 2025, Green Plains Inc. entered into privately negotiated exchange agreements with holders of its existing 2.25% Convertible Senior Notes due 2027 to exchange $170 million of these notes for newly issued 5.25% Convertible Senior Notes due November 2030. Additionally, the company will issue $30 million of the 2030 Notes for cash through subscription agreements and repurchase approximately 2.9 million shares of its common stock for around $30 million from participating holders. The transactions are set to close on October 27, 2025, pending customary conditions. Post-transaction, $200 million of the 2030 Notes will be outstanding, with $60 million of the 2027 Notes remaining under existing terms.
Green Plains funding history
| Date | Round | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 2016 | Venture | Undisclosed |
Leadership
- Ejnar III, Director
- Alain Treuer, Director
- Brian Peterson, Director
- Thomas Manuel, Director
- Wayne Hoovestol, Director
- Jim Anderson, Director
- Gordon Glade, Director
- S. Jr., Director
- James Crowley, Director
- Todd Becker, Executive Officer, Director
- Allan Williams, Secretary
- Jamie Herbert, Chief Human Resources Officer
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Employee benefit plans
Green Plains files 3 employee benefit plans with the U.S. Department of Labor, including a retirement plan. The next plan year renews in Dec 2026.
Green Plains in the news
- Green Plains to Host Third Quarter 2026 Earnings Conference Call on November 5, 2026 - Yahoo Finance (Oct 23, 2026)
- Green Plains to Host Second Quarter 2026 Earnings Conference Call on August 6, 2026 - Business Wire (Jul 24, 2026)
- Green Plains to Participate in the BMO Farm to Market Chemicals Conference - Business Wire (May 04, 2026)
- Green Plains made $85.4 million in profit as ethanol output fell 11.3%. - Stock Titan (Nov 05, 2026)
- Green Plains Reports Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results - Business Wire (Aug 06, 2026)
- Green Plains Names Allan Williams as General Counsel and Corporate Secretary - Business Wire (Nov 02, 2026)
- Green Plains Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial Results - Business Wire (May 07, 2026)
- Green Plains Reports Third Quarter 2025 Financial Results - Business Wire (Nov 05, 2025)
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About Green Plains: questions and answers
What does Green Plains do?
Green Plains Inc. is a leading biorefining company focused on the development and utilization of fermentation, agricultural and biological technologies in the processing of annually renewable crops into sustainable value-added ingredients.
Where is Green Plains headquartered?
Green Plains is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, United States.
How many employees does Green Plains have?
Green Plains has about 930 employees.
Has Green Plains raised funding?
Yes. Fundz has recorded 1 funding event for Green Plains. The most recent, Undisclosed, was in Aug 2016.
What is the latest news on Green Plains?
On Nov 02, 2026, Green Plains Appoints Allan Williams as General Counsel
Is Green Plains a public company?
Yes. Green Plains is publicly traded under the ticker GPRE.
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