Energy use often gets categorized as direct or indirect use. In agriculture, direct energy usage measures annual gas, fuel and oil consumption and utility charges for electricity, water, phone and internet services. It accounts for about 5% to 7% of your expenditures. Indirect energy use, representing around 10% of your costs, refers to the energy used to produce farm materials such as fertilizers and pesticides.
In addition to taking advantage of our available rebates, there are many things you can do to save right now. Turning off lights and equipment during downtime, installing timers and programmable thermostats on heating and cooling systems and regularly maintaining equipment can all go a long way for your bottom line.
Longer-term energy solutions include upgrading irrigation systems and equipment, adding high-efficiency crop drying systems and installing dehumidification to maintain optimal conditions.
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Agricultural operations grow and process grains, fruits, vegetables, flowers, livestock, nuts and more. Learn how energy-saving opportunities in the areas of irrigation, crop drying and basic farm practices can improve profitability.
Indoor crops need the proper care and conditions, which takes energy and other resources. Explore ways minor and significant changes to your facility can lower your energy bill while maintaining crop production and quality.