Blue Flame Blog

Propane inventories helped, not fixed

June 9, 2025 - By

This week, Mark Rachal reports on the state of U.S. propane inventories. read more

New propane export capacity coming online amid tariff policy swings

June 3, 2025 - By

Import and export markets have been a key topic of discussion so far this year amid the Trump administration’s wide-ranging tariff policies. read more

The highs and lows of price protection

May 27, 2025 - By

Mark Rachal examines price parameters to better understand the risks and advantages of price protection. read more

Leadership lessons from Aaron Huizenga: How to lead with style

May 22, 2025 - By

Aaron Huizenga, East Division manager for Lakes Gas, breaks down leadership styles into seven main categories. read more

Dealing with propane demand volatility

May 20, 2025 - By

This week, Mark Rachal, director of research and publications, examines the volatility in U.S. propane demand. read more

Marketing tactics to connect with your agricultural community

May 19, 2025 - By

Mark Leitman shares some tips to help build and maintain awareness within the agricultural market. read more

Contangoed vs. backwardated crude price curves and propane prices

May 13, 2025 - By

Mark Rachal looks at the impact of crude forward price curves on propane prices. read more

Grants, shake-ups and the trajectory of the Trump administration

May 8, 2025 - By

Nicholas Edward of the National Propane Gas Association says early appointments suggest a shift that may benefit industries like propane and other clean fuels. read more

Fractionation more of a contributor to inventory tightness than originally thought

May 5, 2025 - By

Mark Rachal explains how fractionator throughput has contributed to propane inventory tightness. read more

Update: Solving for the unknown in crazy April propane prices

April 28, 2025 - By

Mark Rachal, director of research and publications, gives an update on last week's conundrum of April's propane forward price curve. read more