SOUTH DAKOTA SOYBEAN PROCESSORS LLC

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The information in this quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the nine-month period ended September 30, 2025, (including reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC” or “Commission”), contains “forward-looking statements” that deal with future results, expectations, plans and performance, and should be read in conjunction with the financial statements and Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024. Forward-looking statements may include statements which use words such as “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “estimate,” “predict,” “hope,” “will,” “should,” “could,” “may,” “future,” “potential,” or the negatives of these words, and all similar expressions. Forward-looking statements involve numerous assumptions, risks and uncertainties. Actual results or actual business or other conditions may differ materially from those contemplated by any forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements are identified in our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024.

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The information in this quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the three-month period ended March 31, 2026, (including reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC” or “Commission”), contains “forward-looking statements” that deal with future results, expectations, plans and performance, and should be read in conjunction with the financial statements and Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025. Forward-looking statements may include statements which use words such as “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “estimate,” “predict,” “hope,” “will,” “should,” “could,” “may,” “future,” “potential,” or the negatives of these words, and all similar expressions. Forward-looking statements involve numerous assumptions, risks and uncertainties. Actual results or actual business or other conditions may differ materially from those contemplated by any forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements are identified in our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025.

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Operating Expenses – Administrative expenses, including all selling, general and administrative expenses, increased approximately $889,000, or 20.3%, during the nine-month period ended September 30, 2025, compared to the same period in 2024, due to an increase in professional and related costs associated with the start-up of the High Plains Processing plant.

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Operating Expenses – Administrative expenses, including all selling, general, and administrative expenses, increased by $0.6 million for the three months ended March 31, 2026, compared to the same period in 2025. The increase was primarily due to higher payroll, professional, and related costs associated with the start-up of the Mitchell facility.

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Interest Expense – Interest expense decreased by $405,000, or 25.0%, during the three months ended September 30, 2025, compared to the same period in 2024. The decrease in interest expense was principally due to a decrease in borrowings from our credit facilities (excluding loans by our subsidiary, High Plains Processing), with an average debt level of $56.9 million during the three months ended September 30, 2025, compared to $72.9 million during the same period in 2024. Additionally, approximately $3.3 million in interest costs related to the construction of the High Plains Processing plant were capitalized during the three months ended September 30, 2025, compared to none in the same period of 2024.

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Interest Expense – Interest expense increased by $4,995,000, or 434.0%, during the three months ended March 31, 2026, compared to the same period in 2025. The increase in interest expense was principally due to an increase in borrowings under our credit facilities. Additionally, approximately $0.0 million in interest costs related to the construction of our Mitchell facility were capitalized during the three months ended March 31, 2026, compared to $1.1 million in the same period of 2025.

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Other Non-Operating Income – Other non-operating income (expense), including patronage dividend income, decreased $0.8 million during the three months ended September 30, 2025, compared to the same period in 2024. The decline was primarily the result of a $0.9 million decrease in interest income earned on investment proceeds held by our subsidiaries in connection with the equity financing of the High Plains Processing plant.

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Other Non-Operating Income – Other non-operating income (expense), including patronage dividend income, increased $0.9 million during the three months ended March 31, 2026, compared to the same period in 2025. This increase was primarily driven by a $1.0 million rise in patronage dividend income from prior investments in cooperatives during the year ended December 31, 2025, compared to the year ended December 31, 2024.

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Net Income/Loss – During the three-month period ended September 30, 2025, we generated a net income of $10.8 million compared to a net income of $23,000 for the same period in 2024. The $10.8 million increase was primarily attributable to an increase in gross margins.

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Net Income/Loss – During the three-month period ended March 31, 2026, we generated a net loss of $4.3 million compared to a net income of $4.4 million for the same period in 2025. The $8.7 million decrease was primarily attributable to a decrease in gross margins.

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Our primary sources of liquidity are cash generated from operations and borrowings from our two revolving lines of credit, which are discussed in the section titled “Indebtedness.” As of September 30, 2025, we had working capital, defined as current assets less current liabilities, of approximately $34.2 million, compared to $59.1 million on September 30, 2024. Working capital decreased between periods primarily due to expenditures related to the construction and development of the High Plains Processing plant, of which we have a controlling ownership interest through our subsidiaries.

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Our primary sources of liquidity are cash generated from operations and borrowings from our two revolving lines of credit, which are discussed in the section titled “Indebtedness.” As of March 31, 2026, we had working capital, defined as current assets less current liabilities, of approximately $46.8 million, compared to $36.9 million on March 31, 2025. Working capital decreased primarily due to expenditures related to the construction and development of our Mitchell facility, of which we have a controlling ownership interest through our subsidiaries.

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The $38.3 million change in cash flows provided by (used for) operating activities was largely due to a $36.8 million increase in inventories and a decrease in contract liabilities of approximately $10.2 million, offset by a $14.6 million increase in accrued commodity purchases,

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The $42.8 million increase in cash flows used for operating activities between periods was largely due to a $76.0 million change in current operating assets and liabilities, offset by a $43.5 million change in net loss recognized on derivative instruments.

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The $55.7 million increase in cash flows used for investing activities during the nine-month period ended September 30, 2025, compared to the same period in 2024, was due to an increase in expenditures for purchases of various property and equipment used for the construction and development of the High Plains Processing plant.

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The $45.8 million increase in cash flows used for investing activities between periods was due to a $45.9 million decrease in expenditures for purchases of various property and equipment used for the construction and development of our Mitchell facility, which was completed during the fourth quarter of 2025.

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We hold various credit facilities with CoBank, our primary lender, to meet the short and long-term needs of our operations. The first credit line is a revolving long-term loan. Under this loan, we may borrow funds, as needed, up to the credit line maximum, or $65.0 million, and then pay down the principal whenever excess cash is available. Repaid amounts may be borrowed up to the available credit line. The available credit line decreases by $3.25 million every six months until the credit line’s maturity on March 20, 2030, at which time a balloon payment for the remaining balance is due. We pay a 0.40% annual commitment fee on any funds not borrowed. The principal balance outstanding on the revolving term loan was $34.6 million and $50.5 million as of September 30, 2025 and

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We hold various credit facilities with CoBank, our primary lender, to meet the short and long-term needs of our operations. The first credit line is a revolving long-term loan. Under this loan, we may borrow funds, as needed, up to the credit line maximum, or $65.0 million, and then pay down the principal whenever excess cash is available. Repaid amounts may be borrowed up to the available credit line. The available credit line decreases by $3.25 million every six months until the credit line’s maturity on March 20, 2030, at which time a balloon payment for the remaining balance is due. We pay a 0.40% annual commitment fee on any funds not borrowed. The principal balance outstanding on the revolving term loan was $55.3 million and $19.7 million as of March 31, 2026 and December 31, 2025, respectively. As of March 31, 2026, there were no additional funds available for borrowing under this loan.

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The second credit line is a revolving working capital (seasonal) loan. The primary purpose of this loan is to finance our operating needs. We may borrow up to $70.0 million until the loan's maturity on December 1, 2025. We pay a 0.20% annual commitment fee on any funds not borrowed; however, we have the option to reduce the credit line during any given commitment period listed in the credit agreement to avoid the commitment fee. As of September 30, 2025 and December 31, 2024, there were no principal balances outstanding on this credit line. Under this loan, $70.0 million of additional funds were available for borrowing as of September 30, 2025.

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The second credit line is a revolving working capital (seasonal) loan. The primary purpose of this loan is to finance our operating needs. We may borrow up to $30.0 million until the loan's maturity on December 1, 2026. We pay a 0.20% annual commitment fee on any funds not borrowed; however, we have the option to reduce the credit line during any given commitment period listed in the credit agreement to avoid the commitment fee. The principal balance outstanding on this note was $17.8 million and $0 as of March 31, 2026 and December 31, 2025, respectively. As of March 31, 2026, an additional $12.2 million was available for borrowing under this loan.

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The third line of credit is a delayed-draw term loan. Under this loan, our subsidiary may borrow funds, as needed up to $254.0 million until March 31, 2026. Principal payments of $4.5 million are made quarterly beginning six months after the completion date of the High Plains Processing plant. The quarterly principal payments will increase by $1.0 million on the anniversary date and continue until the maturity date of December 31, 2029. Our subsidiary pays a 0.50% annual commitment fee on any funds not borrowed. The principal balance outstanding on this note was $171.3 million and $18.7 million as of September 30, 2025 and December 31, 2024, respectively. Under this note, $82.7 million of additional funds were available for borrowings as of September 30, 2025.

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The third line of credit is a delayed-draw term loan. Under this loan, our subsidiary may borrow funds, as needed, up to $254.0 million until March 31, 2026. Principal payments of $4.5 million are made quarterly beginning six months after the Mitchell facility's completion date. The quarterly principal payments will increase by $1.0 million on the anniversary date and continue until the maturity date of December 31, 2029. Our subsidiary pays a 0.50% annual commitment fee on any funds not borrowed. The principal balance outstanding on this note was $254.0 million and $221.5 million as of March 31, 2026 and December 31, 2025, respectively. As of March 31, 2026, there were no additional funds available for borrowing under this loan.

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The fourth credit line is a revolving long-term loan. Under this loan, our subsidiary may borrow funds, as needed, up to the credit line maximum, or $40.0 million, and then pay down the principal whenever excess cash is available. Repaid amounts may be borrowed up to the available credit line until the credit line’s maturity on December 31, 2029 at which time a balloon payment for the remaining balance is due. Our subsidiary pays a 0.50% annual commitment fee on any funds not borrowed. The principal balance outstanding on this revolving term loan was $0 as of September 30, 2025 and December 31, 2024. Under this loan, $40.0 million of additional funds were available for borrowings as of September 30, 2025.

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The fourth credit line is a revolving long-term loan. Under this loan, our subsidiary may borrow funds, as needed, up to the credit line maximum of $40.0 million and then pay down the principal whenever excess cash is available. Repaid amounts may be borrowed up to the available credit line until the credit line’s maturity on December 31, 2029, at which time a balloon payment for the remaining balance is due. Our subsidiary pays a 0.50% annual commitment fee on any funds not borrowed. The principal balance outstanding on this revolving term loan was $0 as of March 31, 2026 and December 31, 2025. As of March 31, 2026, an additional $40.0 million was available for borrowing under this loan.

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The last credit line is a revolving working capital (seasonal) loan. The primary purpose of this loan is to finance the operating needs of the High Plains Processing facility. Beginning July 1, 2025, our subsidiary may borrow up to $85.0 million until the loan's maturity on September 1, 2026. A 0.20% annual commitment fee is paid on any funds not borrowed; however, we have the option to reduce the credit line during any given commitment period listed in the credit agreement to avoid the commitment fee. The principal balance outstanding outstanding on this credit line was $2.7 million and $0 as of September 30, 2025 and December 31, 2024, respectively. Under this loan, $82.3 million of additional funds were available for borrowing as of September 30, 2025.

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The last credit line is a revolving working capital (seasonal) loan. The primary purpose of this loan is to finance the operating needs of our Mitchell facility. Beginning July 1, 2025, our subsidiary may borrow up to $85.0 million until the loan's maturity on September 1, 2026. A 0.20% annual commitment fee is charged on any funds not borrowed; however, we may reduce the credit line during any given commitment period listed in the credit agreement to avoid the commitment fee. The principal balance outstanding on this credit line was $43.9 million and $27,372,787 as of March 31, 2026 and December 31, 2025, respectively. As of March 31, 2026, an additional $41.1 million was available for borrowing under this loan.

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The revolving, seasonal and delayed-draw term loans with CoBank are set up with a variable rate option. The variable rate is set daily by CoBank. We also have a fixed rate option on all five loans, allowing us to fix rates for any period between one day and the entire commitment period. The annual interest rate on the loans was between 6.37% and 7.27% as of September 30, 2025.

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The revolving, seasonal, and delayed-draw term loans with CoBank are set up with a variable rate option. The variable rate is set daily by CoBank. We also have a fixed-rate option on all five loans, allowing us to lock in rates for any period between one day and the entire commitment period. The annual interest rate on the loans was between 5.88% and 6.78% as of March 31, 2026.

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In March 2025, the State of South Dakota Department of Transportation agreed to loan the Davison County Regional Railroad Authority $12.6 million for purposes of making improvements to the railway infrastructure at the High Plains Processing plant. In consideration of this secured loan, we agreed to provide a guarantee to the State of South Dakota Department of Transportation for the full amount of the loan, plus 2.0% interest. This guarantee was converted into a direct obligation of ours in May 2025, when we received the entire loan proceeds and assumed responsibility for the annual principal and interest payments of $987,500, which begins on October 1, 2026. These payments will continue through October 1, 2032, at which time a final balloon payment will be due for the remaining unpaid principal and any accrued interest.

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In 2025, the State of South Dakota Department of Transportation agreed to loan the Davison Regional Railroad Authority $18.3 million for purposes of making improvements to the railway infrastructure at our Mitchell facility. In consideration of this secured loan, we agreed to provide a guarantee to the State of South Dakota Department of Transportation for the full amount of the loan, plus interest. This guarantee was converted into a direct obligation of ours in May 2025, when we received the loan proceeds and assumed responsibility for paying the annual principal and interest payments. The note bears interest at a fixed rate of 2% per annum. Beginning in October 2026, we will make annual principal and interest payments of $1.43 million. These payments will continue through maturity on October 1, 2032, at which time a final balloon payment will be due for the remaining unpaid principal and any accrued interest.