Ag Matters: Propane Supplies Ready for Coming Demand

As harvest gets underway across much of the Corn Belt, propane suppliers are keeping a close eye on crop conditions and weather forecasts. Despite the potential for heavy grain drying demand in some areas, industry leaders say propane supplies remain strong and preparations are already underway to meet farmers’ needs. Michael Newland, director of Agriculture Business Development at the Propane Education & Research Council, explains,

Newland says propane marketers monitor crop moisture conditions throughout the growing season, giving them time to anticipate demand and prepare for regional spikes.

Newland says propane demand is growing in agriculture as producers look for alternatives to higher-cost energy sources, particularly for irrigation systems.

With diesel prices continuing to pressure farmers, Newland says the economics of propane are becoming more attractive.

Michael Newland, director of Agriculture Business Development at the Propane Education & Research Council, says PERC also offers incentive programs to help offset the cost of adopting propane-powered equipment, like irrigation engines, livestock building heaters, and generators. More information on available rebates and programs can be found at propane.com.