Paraná is poised to enter Brazil's burgeoning corn ethanol sector in 2026, with Coamo Agroindustrial Cooperative spearheading the establishment of the state's first corn-based ethanol facility. Located in Campo Mourão, about 90 kilometers from Maringá, this R$1.7 billion project is currently in the land preparation stage, with completion expected in the latter half of 2026.
Job Creation and Production Capacity
During construction, the plant is projected to create approximately 2,200 direct jobs, transitioning to about 250 permanent positions once operational. Coamo sources around 3 million metric tons of corn annually, dedicating 500,000 to 600,000 tons for ethanol production. The facility will process 1,700 tons of corn daily, yielding around 765,000 liters of ethanol.
Byproducts and Renewable Energy
In addition to ethanol, the plant will produce valuable byproducts, including:
- 510 tons/day of DDGS (Distillers Dried Grains with Solubles) for animal feed.
- 34 tons/day of corn oil for biodiesel and industrial applications.
The ethanol complex will utilize thermal power generated from eucalyptus sourced from Coamo’s 5,000-hectare reforestation areas, achieving self-sufficiency by generating 30 megawatts of electricity to meet its energy needs.
Context of Corn Ethanol in Brazil
With 24 corn ethanol plants currently operational in Brazil (11 exclusively dedicated to corn) the sector plays a vital role in stabilizing fuel supply, especially during the sugarcane off-season in the Center-South region.
Recent Trends in Ethanol Production
Data from UNICA indicated that the Center-South processed 605,090 tons of raw material in early January, with total sugarcane crushing reaching 601.04 million tons, reflecting a slight decline from the previous year. Ethanol production saw 427.42 million liters in the first half of January, with corn ethanol accounting for nearly 90% of this output.
Strengthening Agribusiness Infrastructure
Coamo has also enhanced its infrastructure in the Center-West region with a R$191 million investment in two new grain receiving units in Mato Grosso do Sul. These facilities aim to improve logistics and boost farmers' competitiveness through modern infrastructure and efficient storage solutions.
Coamo’s strategic investments in renewable energy and logistics underscore its commitment to advancing Brazil's agribusiness sector, positioning itself as a leader in sustainable agricultural practices.
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