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Propane on the farm and farm incentives   
Propane-Powered Industrial Engines – New, EPA- and/or CARB-certified

industrial engines used for agricultural purposes can qualify for the following

incentives:

$300/liter of displacement for pumping applications and up to $3,000 for certified

dual fuel systems.

Power Generation

• $30/kW for prime power generation

• $15/kW for backup power generation

Propane-Powered Water Heating Systems – New, high-efficiency water heating

systems used in agricultural production operations are eligible for an incentive of

$2000. The system must either be installed in new construction or as a conversion

from another power source.

Propane-Powered Poultry, Swine, & Greenhouse Heating Systems – New

poultry, swine, and greenhouse heating systems are eligible for an incentive of

$0.10/square foot, up to $2000 maximum per system, when installed as part of an

entire system installation. The complete heating system must either be installed in

new construction or as a conversion from another power source.

Propane-Powered Flame Weed Control – New tractor pulled flame weed

control systems are eligible for an incentive of $1500. New push type flame

weed control carts are eligible for an incentive of $100.

To qualify for the Propane Farm Incentive Program, producers must purchase eligible propane-powered equipment while meeting the following criteria:

• Represent a farm or agribusiness and be at least 18 years of age. 

• Provide an appropriate tax identification number or social security number unique to the farm operation receiving the incentive. 

• Must use equipment on a U.S. farm as defined by the U.S. Department of Agriculture in direct support of agricultural production. If not on a farm, equipment must be used in support of an agribusiness dedicated to the primary processing of any agricultural, horticultural, or animal commodity. 

• Be a propane customer in good standing with your fuel supplier 

https://propane.com/about/incentive-programs/propane-farm-incentive-program/

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