Traditionally, Brazil produces ethanol from sugarcane, but corn-based ethanol is gaining popularity. Despite this growth, the sector faces challenges with insufficient grain storage capacity. According to the National Confederation of Industries (CNI), corn-based ethanol production in Brazil increased from 520 million liters in 2017/18 to 4.5 billion liters in 2022/23. The National Corn Ethanol Union (UNEM) estimates that corn-based ethanol will represent 19% of Brazil's ethanol consumption in 2023/24.