Key Takeaways:
- Lincolnland Agri-Energy, an Illinois-based biorefinery, has successfully integrated ICM’s Advanced Processing Package™ (APP™) to produce high-protein feed.
- The APP™ has enabled Lincolnland to meet or exceed production guarantees for high-protein feed, oil yield, and natural gas reduction.
- The new technology separates corn into various components, facilitating animal feed production with over 50% protein content.
- In August, Lincolnland’s first high-protein feed shipment sold for a premium over traditional DDGS.
- The successful implementation marks a new operational peak for Lincolnland and showcases ICM’s commitment to innovative, carbon-friendly technologies.
Transformative Technologies in Biorefining
Lincolnland Agri-Energy, a prominent biorefinery in eastern Illinois, has recently achieved a significant operational milestone. The company, known for its commitment to innovative energy solutions, has effectively integrated the Advanced Processing Package™ (APP™) by ICM, a leader in biorefining technology. This integration has allowed Lincolnland to produce high-protein animal feed, meeting or surpassing all set guarantees for production efficiency, including oil yield and natural gas reduction.
Lincolnland’s Journey to Enhanced Production
The journey to this achievement began in August when Lincolnland implemented the APP™. Before this, the plant was equipped with ICM’s Selective Milling Technology™. This technology, coupled with the APP™, has enabled Lincolnland to produce animal feed with a protein content exceeding 50%. This high-protein feed is suitable for various animals, including cattle, chickens, swine, fish, and pets, offering significant nutritional benefits.
Eric Mosbey, General Manager at Lincolnland, expressed his satisfaction with integrating the APP™, noting the seamless cooperation between ICM’s team and Lincolnland’s operating team. This collaboration was crucial in incorporating these carbon-friendly technologies into their operations, immediately producing high-quality, high-protein feed.
A Leap in Feed Production
With the adoption of the APP™, Lincolnland can now produce up to 5.5 pounds of high-protein feed per bushel of corn. This efficiency has bolstered Lincolnland’s production capacity and allowed the company to ship its first high-protein product in August, which sold at a premium compared to traditional Distillers Dried Grains with Solubles (DDGS).
As Vice President of Operations at ICM, Tom Ranallo commented on this achievement: “Lincolnland has reached a new operational peak. We’re excited to see them make larger and broader claims in the market. This project demonstrates our longstanding commitment to help ethanol producers exceed their potential.”
Setting New Standards in Ethanol Production
This successful integration of the APP™ at Lincolnland Agri-Energy represents a significant advancement in the field of biorefining. It not only showcases Lincolnland’s commitment to innovative and environmentally friendly practices but also underscores ICM’s role in pioneering new technologies that redefine what is possible in ethanol production and beyond. This achievement is a testament to the potential of modern biorefineries to contribute positively to both the energy sector and agricultural feed markets.
