Green Plains Inc.
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Green Plains Inc. - overview
Established
2004
Location
Omaha, NE, US
Primary Industry
Chemicals
About
Green Plains Inc. is a leading provider of sustainable agricultural products, focusing on converting corn into high-value ingredients for the feed and biofuel markets, enhancing ecological responsibility and carbon reduction. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Omaha, US, Green Plains Inc. specializes in producing sustainable ingredients for the feed, fuel, and bioproduct markets.
The company was established by Walter Cronin and is currently led by CEO Todd Becker. Over the years, Green Plains has adapted its business strategy to emphasize sustainability and carbon neutrality commitments, aiming to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Green Plains specializes in the production of sustainable ingredients designed to meet the evolving demands of the feed, fuel, and bioproduct markets. The company leverages innovative technologies to transform agricultural inputs—primarily corn—into high-value products such as ethanol, animal feed, and various bioproducts.
Their core offerings are focused on enhancing sustainability and reducing the carbon footprint associated with these products, aligning with their commitment to carbon neutrality by 2050. Green Plains serves a diverse client base, including farmers, livestock producers, and companies in the renewable fuel sector. Geographically, their products are distributed across North America and select international markets, responding to the growing global demand for sustainable agricultural solutions. In 2023, Green Plains reported a revenue of USD 3.
30 bn, with an EBITDA of USD 39. 36 mn. The company generates revenue through the sale of its sustainable products and services, primarily engaged in business-to-business transactions. Green Plains partners with agricultural suppliers and distributors to provide ethanol and animal feed, operating largely on a wholesale model.
Transactions typically involve structured agreements that support the procurement of bulk quantities of their flagship products, which are integral in the production of renewable energy and livestock nutrition. Green Plains is focused on expanding its product offerings and market reach. The company plans to introduce new sustainable products aimed at enhancing the efficiency of feed and fuel production in 2024. Additionally, Green Plains is targeting expansion into international markets in Europe and Asia by 2025 to meet the global demand for sustainable agricultural solutions.
Recent funding will be utilized to support these initiatives, enhancing their production capabilities and broadening distribution channels.
Primary Industry
Chemicals
Sub Industries
Commodity Chemicals
Website
www.gpreinc.com
Verticals
Clean Technology
Total Amount Raised
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Green Plains Inc. - timeline of key events
Green Plains Inc. - financials
| Fiscal Year Ended | Dec 31, 2014 | Dec 31, 2015 | Dec 31, 2016 | Dec 31, 2017 | Dec 31, 2018 | Dec 31, 2019 | Dec 31, 2020 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue (USD) | 3,235,611,000 | 2,965,589,000 | 3,410,881,000 | 3,596,166,000 | 3,843,353,000 | 2,417,238,000 | 1,923,719,000 | - | - | - |
| % Revenue Growth (YoY) | - | (8.3%) | 15.0% | 5.4% | 6.9% | (37.1%) | (20.4%) | - | - | - |
| EBITDA (USD) | 355,402,000 | 134,880,000 | 187,402,000 | 163,865,000 | 233,660,000 | 235,061,000 | 223,440,000 | - | - | - |
| Operating Income (USD) | 286,274,000 | 61,077,000 | 91,688,000 | 41,746,000 | 115,730,000 | 142,570,000 | 122,696,000 | - | - | - |
| Operating Margin | 8.8% | 2.1% | 2.7% | 1.2% | 3.0% | 5.9% | 6.4% | - | - | - |
| % EBITDA Margin | 11.0% | 4.5% | 5.5% | 4.6% | 6.1% | 9.7% | 11.6% | - | - | - |
| NET Income (USD) | 159,504,000 | 15,228,000 | 30,491,000 | 81,631,000 | 36,734,000 | (148,000,000) | 89,654,000 | - | - | - |
| % Net Margin | 4.9% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 2.3% | 1.0% | (6.1%) | 4.7% | - | - | - |
Green Plains Inc. - deals
| Deals Type | Deal Status | Target (s) | Deal Date | Investor(s) | Seller(s) | Deal size (Mn) | Enterprise value (Mn) | Post-money valuation (Mn) | EBITDA multiple (x) | Revenue multiple (x) | Lead partner (s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private Debt | Completed | Fleischmann's Vinegar | - |
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Green Plains Inc. - employee data
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