Blue Flame Blog

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

Growth, transformation mark Canada’s propane industry

April 25, 2025 - By

In 2024, the country saw increased production, growing export capacity and shifting market dynamics. read more

Trump executive orders: What propane businesses, consumers need to know

April 24, 2025 - By

DCC Propane has analyzed the initial reaction to the announcements. read more

Solving for the unknown in crazy April propane prices

April 22, 2025 - By

Mark Rachal, director of research and publications for Cost Management Solutions, examines propane's current forward price curve. read more

Aaron Huizenga on taking advantage of life’s special moments

April 16, 2025 - By

Aaron Huizenga, East Division manager for Lakes Gas, encourages readers to be in the moment. read more