Episode notes
Tucker Perkins, President and CEO of the Propane Education and Research Council, joined Jon Champion on the WPTF Afternoon News to discuss the evolving role of propane in the agricultural sector. Tucker highlighted propane's traditional uses, such as grain drying and animal heating, and its expanding applications in irrigation, power generation, and even as an alternative to herbicides and pesticides in crop production. He emphasized propane's affordability, environmental benefits, and reliability compared to diesel and electricity. Tucker also discussed his book, Path to Zero, where he explores a holistic approach to achieving a cleaner climate through open dialogues about various energy sources.
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