FIFTH ANNUAL NATIONAL PROPANE DAY APPROACHES

From the Propane Education & Research Council Our new advertising campaign Your Power Play shows energy decision-makers how they can gain the ultimate energy advantage by choosing propane. Ready to make YOUR Power Play? Host a …

AGA WINTER HEATING OUTLOOK: WHAT CUSTOMERS CAN EXPECT AND HOW NATURAL GAS UTILITIES HELP PROTECT HOUSEHOLD BUDGETS

WASHINGTON – With affordability remaining a top concern for households and businesses, the American Gas Association will release its annual Winter Heating Outlook during a media briefing on September 17, examining what customers can expect …

FERRELLGAS EMPLOYEES PACK 18 MILLION MEALS FOR FAMILIES FACING HUNGER

On the 25th anniversary of 9/11, Ferrellgas employee-owners joined companies across the country to help pack 18 million meals for families facing hunger, with our teams on the ground in Raleigh and Kansas City, part …

WESTERN CANADIAN PRODUCERS REDUCING RELIANCE ON THE U.S.

Canada’s propane and butane are reaching higher-value markets in Asia—giving Western Canadian producers better prices and reducing reliance on the US. A recent post on LinkedIn details the market changes.

REMEMBERING WENDY JANE GORHAM

Wendy Jane Gorham, 72, of Grand Rapids, passed away peacefully at home on September 3, 2026, after a long and valiant battle with cancer. She was born on April 30, 1954, to Gene and Betty …

REMEMBERING JACK HOSKINS, JR.

REHOBOTH – Jack Hoskins, Jr., 56, passed away on Monday, September 7, 2026. He was the son of the late Jack Hoskins Sr. and Linda (Colorusso) Hoskins. Jack was the President and co-owner of Bay State …

GI PARTNERS ACQUIRES A MAJORITY INTEREST IN OTODATA HOLDINGS, INC., PARTNERING WITH EXISTING INVESTOR RENOVO CAPITAL

MONTREAL, CANADA, September 1, 2026 – Otodata Holdings Inc. (“Otodata” or the “Company”), a market leader in remote monitoring and vehicle tracking solutions, announced today that GI Partners, a leading private investment firm, has closed …

PROPANE POWERS GENERATORS AT 2026 FARM PROGRESS SHOW

Last week, propane powered the generators at the 2026 Farm Progress Show in Boone, IA. Power Progress shared an article on propane usage at the show which can be found here.

FLEET EQUIPMENT MAGAZINE BRINGS ATTENTION TO DIESEL COSTS AS SCHOOL STARTS

Fleet Equipment Magazine shared information on LinkedIn detailing the challenges of rising diesel prices for school districts all over the country. The article mentions propane is an alternative that is being adopted rapidly by districts. …

FROM PERC: BUILD CONNECTIONS WITH THE FUTURE WORKFORCE

From the Propane Education & Research Council Applications for the HVAC Technical School Grant Program and the Propane Autogas Vehicle Inspection Grant Program are now open! Encourage technical schools and community colleges in your area to …

GRAY, GRAY & GRAY 35th ANNUAL PROPANE SURVEY RESULTS ARE IN

The Gray, Gray & Gray 35th Annual Propane Survey results are in! To see the results of the survey, click here.

NEW YORK CLIMATE SUPERFUND ACT STRUCK DOWN

From the National Propane Gas Association Bobtail This week, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of New York struck down the state’s Climate Change Superfund Act and declared it illegal. The Court stated that …

PERKINS TALKS TO NAVARA MARKETING ABOUT TRUST AS KEY TO PROPANE SALES

Recently, Tucker Perkins, President & CEO of the Propane Education & Research Council discussed with Andrew Maderia of Navara Marketing the role of trust as key to propane sales. A link to the full discussion …

STABILIZING FARM PRODUCTION COSTS WITH A RELIABLE AMERICAN ENERGY SOURCE

How American farmers are shielding their margins from volatile energy prices From the Propane Education & Research Council American farmers and agricultural operators are seeking ways to shield their balance sheets from the impact of volatile global …

BENCHMARKING GROUP VISITS OTODATA

Several members of the Propane Peer Group Benchmarking Group recently visited Otodata in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Members as well as Otodata leaders walked through the state-of-the-art manufacturing facility where every Otodata monitor begins its journey. From …

MATADOR GAS STRENGTHENS ITS FAMILY OF LOCAL PROPANE COMPANIES WITH TWO NEW PARTNERSHIPS

RUSSELLVILLE, Arkansas – Matador Gas LLC (“Matador” or the “Company”) announced today that it has completed the acquisitions of Action Propane, Inc. (“Action”), based in Leander, Texas, and Ozark Mountain Propane Company (“Ozark Mountain”), headquartered …

MINNESOTA REVERSES PROPANE “HIGH-COST FUEL” CLASSIFICATION

From the National Propane Gas Association Bobtail Last week, the Minnesota Department of Commerce accepted written testimony and feedback on the state’s proposed version of the 2026 U.S. Department of Energy Weatherization Assistance Program State Plan …

CANADA INCREASES ITS TARIFFS ON U.S. STEEL AND ALUMINUM PRODUCTS, INCLUDING PROPANE TANKS AND CYLINDERS

From the National Propane Gas Association Bobtail In July, President Trump signed a series of Presidential Proclamations imposing up to 50% import tariffs on a range of Canadian goods such as dairy, alcohol, and …

WHEN THROUGHPUT MEETS GRID CONSTRAINTS

Recently, Jim Bunsey, Senior Manager of Business Development for the Propane Education & Research Council, shared an article on LinkedIn titled When Throughput Meets Grid Constraints.

STRONG EL NINO PREDICTED FOR WINTER 2026-2027

From the National Propane Gas Association Bobtail The National Weather Service’s Climate Prediction Center has forecasted that there is a greater than 90% chance that the Northern Hemisphere will experience a very strong El Niño event …

FROM PERC: NOMINATE AN EXCEPTIONAL DRIVER!

From the Propane Education & Research Council National Truck Driver Appreciation Week is September 13-19, and it’s the perfect time to honor the propane delivery drivers who go above and beyond for your customers and your …

PROPANE-POWERED IRRIGATION DELIVERS MAJOR COST SAVINGS FOR CALIFORNIA GROWER

How Fresno County farmer Lance Shebelut discovered propane’s economic advantages over diesel and electric irrigation engines. From the Propane Education & Research Council Shebelut Farms is a tree fruit and citrus farm based in Fresno, California growing …

NPGA FALL 2026 BOARD MEETING: REGISTER TODAY!

From the National Propane Gas Association Bobtail Registration is now open for the National Propane Gas Association’s Fall Board Meeting from Tuesday, September 29th-Thursday, October 1, 2026, at the Statler Hotel in Dallas, Texas. Please CLICK HERE …

NORTH CAROLINA ENACTS EMERGENCY FILL LAW

From the National Propane Gas Association Bobtail Last week, Governor Josh Stein signed Emergency Fill Law Senate Bill (SB) 445, the Regulatory Reform Act, into law. This legislation allows a marketer to fill a propane container …

WARM THOUGHTS COMMUNICATIONS ENTERS NEXT CHAPTER OF GROWTH THROUGH PARTNERSHIP WITH AAVIN PRIVATE EQUITY

35-year energy and home services marketing agency expands its ability to serve clients while maintaining its leadership, team and culture MONTCLAIR, NJ — Warm Thoughts Communications, a leading marketing and digital advertising agency serving the energy …

SENATE INTRODUCES EPCA LEGISLATION

From the National Propane Gas Association Bobtail On August 6, 2026, Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) introduced the Energy Efficiency Reform Act of 2026 (S.5338). This legislation reforms the Energy Policy Conservation Act (EPCA) of 1975, which …

ARMY CORPS ISSUES LINE 5 TUNNEL PERMIT

From the National Propane Gas Association Bobtail In a crucial win on August 12, 2026, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers issued a permit authorizing Enbridge to build the Line 5 tunnel beneath the Straits of …

CASE STUDY: HOW BAYGAS ELIMINATED MANUAL CATHODIC PROTECTION TESTING WITH MOPEKA CATHODIC SENTINEL

Company Overview Founded in 1984, BayGas Propane is a locally owned and operated propane marketer serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers across Harris, Galveston, Brazoria, and Fort Bend Counties in Texas. The company has built its …

FROM PERC: PREPARING FOR THE FALL AND WINTER SEASON

From the Propane Education & Research Council Even though it’s warm out right now, it’s time to start preparing for the colder months. In the fall, companies start focusing on early tank fill programs on the …

SCHOOL DISTRICTS FACE THE HIGHEST BACK-TO-SCHOOL DIESEL PRICES IN U.S. HISTORY AS MILLIONS OF STUDENTS RETURN TO SCHOOL THIS WEEK

While the nation’s largest mass transit fleet still relies heavily on diesel, schools that have moved away from diesel with propane autogas are protecting their budgets from record fuel volatility. RICHMOND, VA. — This week, millions …

RESCHEDULED PHMSA WEBINAR: AUGUST 26 AT 4 PM ET

From the National Propane Gas Association Bobtail Join NPGA’s Supply and Logistics Committee on Wednesday, August 26 at 4 PM ET for a webinar with Keith Coyle, Chief Counsel of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety …

BLENDED AIR SYSTEM: A STRATEGIC LIFELINE FOR GRAIN ELEVATORS FACING NATURAL GAS CURTAILMENT

Blended Air Systems: A Strategic Lifeline for Grain Elevators Facing Natural Gas Curtailment From the Propane Education & Research Council Elevators have always lived and died by uptime. When dryers stop, grain quality suffers, bottlenecks form, …

WHY RELIABLE BACKUP POWER IS CRITICAL FOR NEW POULTRY HOUSES AND SWINE FARMS

From the Propane Education & Research Council For livestock producers, a power outage is not an inconvenience—it is an animal health emergency. Modern swine confinement barns and poultry houses rely on continuous electricity for ventilation, cooling, …

ICYMI: NPGAid WEBINAR

From the National Propane Gas Association Bobtail If you missed the recent webinar about NPGAid, our emergency assistance fund for NPGA member company employees, you can view this 30-minute recording featuring a comprehensive overview of the …

MICHIGAN SUPREME COURT DECISION DELAYS LINE 5 REROUTE

From the National Propane Gas Association Bobtail On Friday, July 31, the Michigan Supreme Court vacated a Michigan Public Service Commission order authorizing the Line 5 pipeline in a tunnel under the Straits of Mackinac,and sent …

FTA REOPENS $610 MILLION IN TRANSIT GRANTS

From the National Propane Gas Association Bobtail Transit agencies looking to modernize their fleets have another opportunity to pursue federal funding. The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has reopened applications for the Low …

CARGAS LAUNCHES CUSTOM FORMS TO HELP FUEL DEALERS MODERNIZE SERVICE DOCUMENTATION

Lancaster, PA – August 5, 2026 – Cargas, a leading provider of software and mobile applications for fuel delivery and HVAC service companies, has launched new functionality to help fuel marketers reduce reliance on paper …

BLACKMER LAUNCHES BEHIND-THE-ROTOR SEAL OPTION FOR G SERIES INTERNAL GEAR PUMPS

New seal design enhances reliability and service life across abrasive applications Grand Rapids, MI, USA – Blackmer, a brand of PSG, a Dover company, and a global leader in rotating pumps and reciprocating compressor technologies, today …

JOIN US FOR BENCHMARKING AT OTODATA AUG 20-21

Join Us For Benchmarking Aug 20-21 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada Our Meeting is at Otodata this year. This event is hosted by Propane Peer Group and facilitated by Pat Thornton, Publisher of Trending in Propane. Highlights of …

HAWAII ENACTS FUEL STANDARD

From the National Propane Gas Association Last week, Hawaii became the fifth state to enact a Clean Fuel Standard (CFS) for motor fuels, which is the equivalent of a low-carbon fuel standard (LCFS). Under the CFS, …

NPGAid WEBINAR: AUGUST 4 AT NOON ET

From the National Propane Gas Association Bobtail NPGAid is an emergency assistance fund for full-time NPGA member company employees who are in need of financial assistance following covered events. Learn more about NPGAid in a 30-minute …

PERC DOUBLES COMPENSATION FOR FARMERS IMPACTED BY SEVERE WEATHER

Impacted farmers in nine states qualify for doubled research program compensation, up to $20,000. From the Propane Education & Resedarch Council The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) announced July 21 that farmers affected by recent severe …

REMEMBERING INDUSTRY LEADER SHANE SWEET

Recently, Industry Leader Shane Sweet passed away at the age of 66. A link to information regarding Sweet from the National Energy & Fuel Institute which he formerly served as President & CEO is here. …

MORE THAN A NEW GENERATION OF LEADERS, YOUR SUCCESSION PLAN MUST BE A VISION FOR A NEW AND PRODUCTIVE CHAPTER

By Jeff Simpson When you look at the broad spectrum of independently-owned propane companies in this country, a common theme emerges — the sheer number of family-run operations out there. Many have been in the same …

OLD FARMER’S ALMANAC IS STUDYING WINTER 2026-2027 TO CREATE A FORECAST

The Oid Farmer's Almanac will share it's Winter 2026-2027 forecast in August. Here is an article they have provided about what they are considering.

FROM PERC: WEBINAR ON USING AI TO GROW YOUR BUSINESS

From the Propane Education & Research Council Join Bert Warner, PERC’s Director of Commercial Business Development, and Colin Sueryes, President & CEO of the Western Propane Gas Association, to discuss how propane marketers can leverage AI-powered …

LAKES GAS EXPANDS LOCAL SERVICE THROUGH NORTHWOODS LP ACQUISITION

LAONA, WI – Lakes Gas is proud to announce the acquisition of Northwoods LP. This purchase reflects Lakes Gas’ continued commitment to local, community-focused propane service while expanding delivery capabilities and convenience for customers throughout …

MISSOURI ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES 2026-27 OFFICERS

Jefferson City, MO– The Missouri Propane Gas Association (MPGA) has announced its 2026-2027 Board of Directors. The board was recognized during the association’s summer board meeting, held at Old Kinderhook Resort in Camdenton. Local representatives …

BEATING THE HEATWAVE: HOW COMMERCIAL FACILITIES CAN BYPASS PEAK DEMAND CHARGES AND GRID BLACKOUTS WITH PROPANE

From the Propane Education & Research Council Originally written on July 2, 2026 This week, PJM, the largest grid operator in the U.S., issued an all-region Hot Weather Alert for its 13-state territory. With prolonged 90-degree …

THE NEW ENERGY REALITY: WHY ON-SITE POWER IS NO LONGER OPTIONAL

Data Center Impacts Prompt Businesses to Rethink Their Approach to Power Generation From the Propane Education & Research Council For decades, many businesses treated electricity as a relatively predictable operating expense. Today, rapid load growth, higher capacity …