Green Plains to Ring Nasdaq Opening Bell Celebrating 20 Years as a Public Company

OMAHA, Neb.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Green Plains Inc. (NASDAQ: GPRE) today announced it will ring the Nasdaq Opening Bell on August 27, 2026, commemorating 20 years as a publicly traded company. Since listing on Nasdaq in 2006, Green Plains has evolved alongside changing markets and customer needs. Today, the company is focused on optimizing an asset-backed platform built to perform across market environments while expanding opportunities in low-carbon biofuels and value-added products.

"Twenty years on Nasdaq reflects the commitment of the people who have helped build Green Plains," said Chris Osowski, President and Chief Executive Officer. "The company has operated in the public markets for two decades, adapting and evolving to reach this milestone. We celebrate the dedication of our employees, the trust of our shareholders, and the strong relationships we've built with customers, farmer partners, and our local communities. While we're proud of how far we've come, we are even more excited about the opportunities ahead."

The Opening Bell ceremony will take place at Nasdaq MarketSite in New York City and will be broadcast live on Thursday, August 27 at https://www.nasdaq.com/news-and-insights/nasdaq-stock-market-bell-ceremonies.

About Green Plains Inc.

Green Plains Inc. (NASDAQ:GPRE) is a leading biorefining company focused on disciplined execution and leadership in low‑carbon biofuels and value-added products. The company operates a performance‑driven platform focused on maximizing yield, lowering carbon intensity, and delivering long‑term value through responsible capital deployment.

For more information, visit www.gpreinc.com.

Green Plains Inc. Contacts
Investors: Will Joekel, CFA | Vice President, Investor Relations and Treasurer | 402.952.4946 | investor@gpreinc.com
Media: | 402.884.8700 | media@gpreinc.com