Green Plains Renewable Energy, Inc. will host a grand opening celebration at its ethanol plant in Superior on Saturday, Sept. 20. The festivities will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and include food and refreshments, courtesy of local livestock producers.

Congressman Steve King will speak at a dedication ceremony, which begins at noon. Attendees will also have the opportunity to take guided tours of the plant.

"Green Plains is very proud of the Superior ethanol plant," said Wayne Hoovestol, chief executive officer. "The facility commenced operations just over two months ago. The grand opening celebration was scheduled at this time to accommodate area producers that may be interested in touring the plant before the start of harvest season. We encourage all interested parties to attend in order to learn more about ethanol production."

"Green Plains operates seven grain elevators and additional agricultural service businesses in close proximity to the Superior plant," continued Hoovestol. "We deeply appreciate the continued support of local officials, community leaders and area producers. We look forward to building upon these relationships."

Green Plains, is based in Omaha, Neb. The company's ethanol segment operates two plants in Iowa with a combined operating capacity of 110 million gallons of ethanol per year. Green Plains' agribusiness segment operates grain storage facilities with a capacity of approximately 19 million bushels. Additionally, the agribusiness segment has complementary agronomy, feed and petroleum businesses.