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Impacts of Winter Storm Fern on propane market fading

February 23, 2026 By Mark Rachal

This week, Mark Rachal shares how propane supply and demand are normalizing after the effects of Winter Storm Fern.

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The Army National Guard aided in the wake of the Mississippi ice storm, as the Southeast Propane Alliance (SEPA) coordinated with Payne Oil Co. and Stringer Oil & LP Gas to deliver supplies to hard-hit communities. (Photo courtesy of SEPA)

Help arrives for Mississippi communities after Winter Storm Fern

February 20, 2026 By Brian Richesson

The propane industry came together in northern Mississippi, where ice accumulations of up to 4 in. knocked out power for weeks for some.

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Propane supply disruptions mark first part of 2025-26 winter

January 13, 2026 By Brian Richesson

The propane industry faced two November 2025 incidents – about a week apart – that disrupted supply in two regions of the country.

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Federal ruling protects Line 5 pipeline in Straits of Mackinac

January 5, 2026 By Brian Richesson

A federal judge thwarted a long-running attempt by the state of Michigan to stop Enbridge from operating the segment of Line 5 running under the Straits of Mackinac.

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Top 10: The best of Trader’s Corner 2025

December 15, 2025 By Brian Richesson

We’re ranking the Top 10 Trader’s Corner articles of 2025, revealing the propane market topics that interested readers the most.

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CHS, Energy Partners opening new rail terminal in Montana

November 7, 2025 By Brian Richesson

Energy Partners and CHS Inc. unveiled a new wholesale propane rail terminal in Missoula, Montana, that will serve the supply needs of the industry.

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Chart 1: Mt. Belvieu - ETR

Propane pricing reflects oversupplied market

October 20, 2025 By Mark Rachal

This week, Mark Rachal, director of research and publications, examines the current propane pricing environment.

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Canadian prime minister’s energy agenda could benefit oil, gas, propane

October 13, 2025 By Gordon Feller

Since taking office, Prime Minister Mark Carney has embarked on a bold, surprising transformation of Canada’s energy landscape.

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Chart 1: Monthly U.S. propane supplied

Propane demand ahead of the winter heating season

September 23, 2025 By Mark Rachal

Mark Rachal compares current propane demand to past averages.

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Bipartisan legislation addresses propane supply

August 1, 2025 By Brian Richesson

Sen. Gary Peters, D-Mich., introduced bipartisan legislation that he says will better secure the nation’s propane supply.

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