Every 8-K that Green Plains, Inc. (GPRE) has filed with the SEC in the last 24 months is listed below, newest first, and each one links through to the document itself with the summary and the scores our analysis gives it.
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Green Plains Inc. reported strong second quarter 2026 results, with net income attributable to the company of $67.1 million, or $0.83 per diluted share, compared with a net loss of $72.2 million, or $(1.09) per diluted share, a year earlier. Revenues were $446.2 million versus $552.8 million, as ethanol volumes declined after the sale of the Obion, Tennessee plant, but profitability improved sharply. Adjusted EBITDA rose to $93.3 million from $16.4 million, supported by a $95.1 million consolidated ethanol crush margin and recognition of $58.7 million in Section 45Z production tax credits net of discounts and costs.
The company produced 160.7 million gallons of ethanol in the quarter at 88% utilization and reduced selling, general and administrative expenses by $5.9 million, or 21%, to $21.7 million. Cash flow from operating activities was $86.3 million. As of June 30, 2026, Green Plains held $243.1 million in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash and had $290.0 million available under its revolver, against $483.7 million of total debt. The company early adopted ASU 2025-10 and changed its policy so Section 45Z clean fuel production tax credits reduce cost of goods sold and are recorded as production tax credits, with related balance sheet amounts reclassified.
Green Plains Inc. reported that shareholders approved all items at the 2026 annual meeting held on June 5, 2026. Nine directors were elected to one‑year terms, each receiving over 47 million votes in favor, except Kimberly Wagner who received 43,771,762 votes for and 4,334,770 withheld.
Shareholders approved an amendment to the 2019 Equity Incentive Plan, increasing the total shares available for stock-based awards from 5,710,000 to 7,710,000, with 47,425,847 votes for and 431,037 against. They also ratified KPMG LLP as independent auditors for the year ending December 31, 2026, and gave advisory approval to the Company’s executive compensation.
Green Plains Inc. reported a sharp turnaround for the first quarter of 2026, with net income attributable to the company of $32.9 million, or $0.42 per diluted share, compared with a net loss of $72.9 million a year earlier. Revenue was $445.8 million, down from $601.5 million, but profitability improved significantly.
EBITDA reached $71.5 million versus a loss of $41.5 million in 2025, supported by $55.2 million of Section 45Z production tax credits. The company early adopted ASU 2025-10 and now records these credits as a reduction of cost of goods sold. Management raised 2026 guidance to $200–$225 million of EBITDA tied to production tax credits and highlighted lower SG&A, strong plant utilization of 97%, and liquidity of $183.1 million in cash and restricted cash plus $336.0 million available under its revolver.
Green Plains Inc. amended its senior secured sustainability-linked revolving credit facility. On April 17, 2026, the company and its lending group signed a Second Amendment to the Loan and Security Agreement.
The amendment extends the termination date of the revolving facility from March 25, 2027 to September 25, 2027, giving the company an additional six months of committed liquidity. At the same time, the total commitment under the facility is reduced from $350 million to $300 million. The agreement is guaranteed by Green Plains Inc. and remains documented as a material definitive agreement and a direct financial obligation of the company and its borrower subsidiaries.
Green Plains Inc. furnished a current report to share that it has announced financial results for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2025. The company released these details in a press release dated February 5, 2026, which is attached as Exhibit 99.1. The report is signed by Chief Financial Officer Ann Reis.
Green Plains Inc. has appointed Ryan Loneman as its new General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, effective January 26, 2026. He joins from Lindsay Corporation, where he held several legal roles since 2016, most recently Vice President - Legal, and previously served as Vice President and General Counsel at Signal Security and practiced with Kirkland & Ellis LLP.
Under an offer letter and employment agreement, Mr. Loneman will receive a one-time grant of $200,000 in restricted shares vesting over three years, a one-time bonus eligibility of $50,000 tied to 100-day milestones, an annual base salary of $300,000, and eligibility for the company’s short-term and long-term incentive plans. The company states he has no disclosable family relationships or related-party transactions. Green Plains also issued a press release announcing his appointment.
Green Plains Inc. (GPRE) furnished an 8-K announcing financial results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2025, via a press release attached as Exhibit 99.1.
The company states this information is “furnished,” not “filed,” under the Exchange Act and is not subject to Section 18 liability, nor incorporated by reference unless explicitly stated.
Green Plains Inc. (GPRE) completed a refinancing and funding move centered on new 5.25% Convertible Senior Notes due November 2030. The company exchanged $170 million aggregate principal of its 2.25% Notes due 2027 for an equal amount of new 2030 Notes and issued an additional $30 million of 2030 Notes for cash, bringing total 2030 Notes outstanding to $200 million. Following the transactions, $60 million of the 2027 Notes remain outstanding.
The company used approximately $30 million of proceeds from the cash issuance to repurchase approximately 2.9 million common shares from participating holders. The 2030 Notes bear 5.25% interest, payable May 1 and November 1, beginning May 1, 2026, and are senior unsecured obligations. They carry an initial conversion rate of 63.6132 shares per $1,000 (conversion price about $15.72 per share), with a maximum of 19,083,960 shares issuable upon conversion, subject to adjustment. The notes feature conditional convertibility before May 1, 2030, issuer redemption eligibility after November 1, 2028 subject to price tests, customary fundamental change repurchase rights, and standard events of default.
Green Plains Inc. (GPRE) refinanced and upsized its convertible debt. The company agreed to exchange $170 million of its 2.25% Convertible Senior Notes due 2027 for $170 million of newly issued 5.25% Convertible Senior Notes due November 2030, and to sell an additional $30 million of 2030 Notes for cash. In connection with these transactions, Green Plains will repurchase approximately 2.9 million shares of common stock for approximately $30 million, funded with the cash from the new note subscription. The transactions are expected to close on October 27, 2025, subject to customary conditions.
After closing, $200 million of 2030 Notes will be outstanding, and $60 million of the 2027 Notes will remain outstanding on existing terms. The 2030 Notes have an initial conversion rate of 63.6132 shares per $1,000 (an initial conversion price of approximately $15.72 per share), reflecting a conversion premium of approximately 50% to the last reported sale price on October 21, 2025. The 2030 Notes and any conversion shares are being issued in private transactions and are not registered under the Securities Act.
Green Plains Inc. filed a Form 8-K reporting that it has provided unaudited pro forma condensed consolidated financial information related to the POET Transaction. The filing states the pro forma balance sheet is presented as of June 30, 2025, and pro forma statements of operations are provided for the six months ended June 30, 2025 and for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024. Those pro forma schedules and notes are filed as Exhibit 99.1 and are incorporated by reference into Item 9.01(b). The 8-K identifies the reporting date as September 25, 2025, but the body does not include the underlying numeric tables within the text of the notice.
Green Plains Inc. completed the sale of its ethanol plant in Rives, Tennessee, held through its wholly owned subsidiary Green Plains Obion LLC, to POET Biorefining – Obion, LLC for $190 million in cash. This amount includes an estimated $20 million of working capital, which will be finalized after closing.
The company used the cash proceeds to retire its junior mezzanine notes due in 2026 and to supplement corporate liquidity, reducing near‑term debt obligations and adding cash resources. Green Plains also issued a press release on September 26, 2025, describing the plant sale and the repayment of the junior mezzanine notes.
Green Plains, Inc. disclosed an agreement to sell production tax credits to a buyer identified as Freepoint Commodities C LLC, with payment obligations guaranteed by the buyer's affiliate. The agreement became effective on the Execution Date and remains in force until terminated under customary default provisions or specific tax law changes that could limit or disallow the transferred credits. The parties may mutually amend the agreement to extend its term and scope for Nebraska plant production from January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2029, and the buyer has certain rights to the seller's 2025 excess Nebraska credits. The filing attaches the full agreement as Exhibit 10.1 and a press release as Exhibit 99.1.
Green Plains Inc. has agreed to sell its ethanol plant in Rives, Tennessee, through subsidiary Green Plains Obion LLC, to POET Refining – Obion, LLC for an estimated $190 million in cash, including approximately $20 million of working capital, subject to adjustment at closing. The facility has 120 million gallons of nameplate capacity, representing about 13% of the company’s reported ethanol production capacity, and includes 8.2 million bushels of related grain storage.
The transaction is expected to close in the third quarter of 2025, subject to customary conditions such as expiration of applicable HSR Act waiting periods and absence of governmental orders blocking the deal, and it may be terminated if not closed by 5:00 p.m. Central Time on October 15, 2025. Separately, Green Plains announced it has concluded the strategic review process that began in February 2024, with the board determining the company will focus on executing its current strategy under existing leadership, using the review’s outcome as a roadmap for ongoing operational execution and capital discipline.
Green Plains Inc. announced the appointment of Chris Osowski as Chief Executive Officer and director, replacing the interim principal executive officer and dissolving the interim Executive Committee. Mr. Osowski joins from internal executive ranks, bringing over 20 years of experience in chemical, agribusiness and renewable energy sectors and holds an MBA and a BS in Agriculture and Biosystems Engineering.
The company agreed to an Employee Agreement providing Mr. Osowski a $650,000 base salary, a $50,000 one-time special bonus tied to first-100-day deliverables, a target annual bonus equal to 100% of base salary, restricted stock and performance share awards each with $700,000 grant-date fair value, and customary benefits. Severance provisions provide lump-sum pay equal to one times (or 2.5 times if within 24 months of a change in control) base salary plus target bonus and accelerated equity vesting in certain termination scenarios. The company also promoted Trent Collins to Senior Vice President of Operations with a $315,600 base salary and equity awards valued at $132,000 each.
Green Plains Inc. filed a current report to let investors know it has released its financial results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2025. The company announced these results in a press release dated August 11, 2025, which is included as Exhibit 99.1 to the report. The information about these results, including the press release, is being furnished rather than filed, which means it is not subject to certain liability provisions and is not automatically incorporated into other Securities Act or Exchange Act filings unless specifically referenced.