The Nebraska Ethanol Board (NEB) is an independent state agency representing Nebraska’s ethanol industry, including its producers, employees, farmers and consumers. Nebraska is the nation’s number two producer of ethanol, with 24 ethanol plants capable of producing 2.3 billion gallons of ethanol each year. The state’s ethanol plants have a significant impact on Nebraska’s economy. They support our communities with stable, excellent-paying jobs, taxes and by helping to build demand for crop farmers throughout the state.