Issue link: https://read.uberflip.com/i/1363666
WWW.POTATOGROWER.COM 41 Often Copied... Never Duplicated Proven since 1973 • potato storages • feed barns • shops • hangars • commercial buildings Specializing in: R. Morgan Andrus • 208-716-3218 Dallas Andrus • 208-681-7988 4085-14TetonWestConstruction12v.indd 1 4085-14TetonWestConstruction12v.indd 1 1/11/21 2:16 PM 1/11/21 2:16 PM As an approved alternative fuel un- der the Clean Air Act of 1990, propane use ensures users easily and conve- niently meet all Tier 4 Standards and EPA regulations. This means less time or money wasted on additional equip- ment or steps necessary to make diesel engines meet the same standards, and more time to concentrate on what matters most to farmers: running their operation. PROVEN PERFORMANCE & PRODUCTIVITY Propane-powered engines make it possible to cut costs without sacrificing the power and clean operation your farm needs. While the environmental benefits and up-front cost savings of propane engines are great benefits, you might be wondering what that means in terms of actual horsepower. Fear no more, as today's propane-powered en- gines are more powerful and efficient than ever before. In fact, compared with natural gas, propane-powered en- gines provide approximately 10 percent more horsepower per unit, and new en- gines can provide up to 300 horsepower of continuous power. Complete with the latest techno- logical advancements and features, propane-powered irrigation engines are a great choice for many agricul- tural operations. Beyond the engines themselves, additional customiza- tion options and features like remote monitoring are available to make sure producers can get the best engines for their operations, with added conve- nience and benefits. TAKE BACK CONTROL OF YOUR FARM Speaking of convenience, the use of propane-powered equipment also gives producers the freedom to power their farm anytime, anywhere, without worrying about access to the gas line or power grid system. Because they are not relying on electricity, producers can remove the risk of unexpected power outages, which can quickly wreak hav- oc on an agricultural operation. Pro- ducers can also avoid peak pricing and rest easy knowing they will have the uninterrupted power they need to keep their operations running smoothly. With more than 60,000 miles of pipeline and thousands of fuel dealers, propane is readily available through- out the U.S., and because it does not degrade over time, it can be stored on- site to be used whenever farmers need it. With propane engines, farmers can take back control of their farms with continuous access to reliable propane. THE FUTURE OF AG ENERGY: AMERICAN-MADE PROPANE Each farm or operation is unique, so it's important for agricultural equip- ment to reflect that. Next-generation propane engines are available in a variety of sizes and with numerous fea- tures available, so they can be tailored to meet each customer's specific needs or preferences. We believe the future of ag irrigation lies in custom equipment and cleaner energy sources — both of which propane is the perfect solution for. To learn more about propane-pow- ered agricultural equipment, visit www.propane.com/agriculture. Michael Newland is director of agriculture business development for the Propane Education & Research Council. He can be reached at michael.newland@propane.com.