We use cookies to provide you with a better experience. By continuing to browse the site you are agreeing to our use of cookies in accordance with our Cookie Policy.
  • Sign In
  • Create Account
  • Sign Out
  • My Account
subscribe / renew
  • Livestock
    • Beef
    • Dairy
      • Canada
      • U.S.
    • Sheep & Goats
    • Other Livestock
  • Crops
    • Grains
      • Barley
      • Wheat
    • Hay
    • Pasture
    • Ensiled Forages
  • Equipment
  • Magazines
    • Progressive Dairy US
    • Progressive Dairy — Canada
    • Progressive Dairy – en francais
    • Progressive Forage
    • Progressive Cattle
    • Progressive Cattle - Canada
    • Idaho Ag Proud
  • Blogs
  • Buyers Guide
  • Advertise
  • Ask AgProud

Progressive Dairy

Progressive Dairy Canada

PD Canada en Francais

Progressive Cattle

Progressive Cattle Canada

Progressive Forage

Agproud Idaho

Home

Home » Keywords » electricity

Items Tagged with 'electricity'

ARTICLES

62478-busse-img-7012.jpg

Powering the farm through winter: Why generator services are essential for modern agriculture

Preparing a generator for cold weather is essential to keeping it running smoothly all season. Here is a winter maintenance checklist.
December 4, 2025
Grant Busse

When a winter storm knocks out the grid, even for a few hours, it can put livestock health, milk quality and business operations at serious risk.



Read More
Equipment Hub

Equipment Hub: Revisiting the ground wire

Direct current travels in a circuit. Here’s how vehicle lighting systems complete the loop and why knowing your grounds might save you hours in the dark.
September 17, 2025
Brad Nelson

From tractor headlights to LED arrays, understanding the flow of electricity is the first step to fixing what flickers.


Read More

Equipment Hub: Retrofitting for LED lights

An electricity company showcases the power-saving benefits of LED bulbs, comparing their performance to incandescent bulbs, demonstrating that LED bulbs are more efficient.
May 20, 2025
Brad Nelson

The early LED bulbs had longevity issues but now are better, with longevity being the secondary talking point after using less power.


Read More
61205-bender.jpg

Progressive Events: Innovation and sustainability on the farm: A partnership for the future

An inside look at three Ontario dairy producers’ drive for sustainability through innovation and sustainable practices for the next generation.
March 17, 2025
Lora Bender

Sustainable farming has never been more important. Not only can prioritizing sustainability be beneficial to the environment and public perception, but also to your long-term success and the bottom line. Read how three Ontario dairy producers are implementing sustainable measures on their farms.


Read More
61192-keller-1-dixon.jpg

Maximizing efficiency and savings in irrigation: How energy management benefits farmers

Efficient irrigation management can reduce energy costs and improve water conservation for farmers. Idaho Power offers incentives for upgrading equipment and programs that help manage electricity use during peak times.
March 13, 2025
Steven Keller

Water and energy are two of the most critical resources in modern agriculture, and efficient management of both can mean the difference between a profitable season and one plagued by high operational costs. Farmers who prioritize energy-efficient irrigation systems can see significant savings, better water conservation and even potential incentives to help offset upgrade costs.


Read More

Tips to keep your generators online and ready to work in the winter

The three top points of failure on generators are block heaters, batteries and fuel systems, which are magnified by winter conditions.
January 6, 2025

In this article, two seasoned generator technicians – Dale Routh, owner of Power Solutions in Spirit Lake, Idaho, who has 36 years of experience in this field; and Robby Robinson, owner of Genesis Power in Apple River, Illinois, who has 40 years of experience – share some tips to help keep your generator running smoothly all winter long.


Read More
60294-biehl-1.jpg

Selecting the proper lighting for your barn

Recommendations provided for lighting intensity, lighting types and dimming the lights at night, as well as a reminder to properly ground fixtures to prevent stray voltage.
September 19, 2024
Bradley Biehl

As you evaluate lighting options, there are several important considerations to think about. For example, will these lights be located inside or outside of the barn? Do you plan to have them turn off/on automatically or will they be manually operated? What ceiling height will you mount lights from? Knowing where and how the lights will be placed can help direct you to find the right fit for your facilities.


Read More
59356-weldon-gettyimages-1369542949.jpg

SEC’s new climate disclosure rules

The SEC adopted its final rules requiring the disclosure of certain climate-related information. The final rules eliminated a controversial portion of the proposed rules, which would have required registrants to disclose information related to Scope 3 GHG emissions, which are known as “value chain emissions.”
April 9, 2024
Kyle K. Weldon

On March 6, 2024, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) adopted its final rules requiring the disclosure of certain climate-related information in filings with the SEC, including registration statements and annual reports.


Read More
58878-young-picture1.jpg

7 important considerations when purchasing a variable-frequency drive

January 11, 2024
Tom Young

If you are considering a VFD for your operation, I have created a list of seven topics that will help you make a more informed purchasing decision.


Read More
57593-carvalho-220815-stanton-sarm-2443.jpg

Dairy farms, emissions and the industry's net-zero goal

An efficient dairy farm is a profitable dairy farm. Focusing on reducing emissions on each operation can aid in the industry's goal to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
June 8, 2023
Murilo Carvalho

The Dairy Farmers of Canada's (DFC) target to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2050 is not a recent development. This objective has sparked queries from producers who initially felt unprepared and uncertain about how to achieve it.


Read More
More Articles Tagged with 'electricity'
  • RECENT ARTICLES
  • USDA feed supply, price forecasts remain stagnant

    June 11, 2026
  • U.S. dairy exports soar in April

    June 11, 2026
    • Idaho sets animal entry requirements following New World screwworm detection

      June 11, 2026

FREE NEWSLETTERS

Award-winning coverage of in-depth news and analysis to make your business more profitable.

SIGNUP TODAY
Advertisement
THE GUIDE

How do I get my company listed in your Buyers Guide? 
Submit a request to be listed for FREE in the Buyers Guide here.

Why can I only see so many articles before I have to register for the site?
Find out why here.

SUBSCRIBE to Leading Industry Magazines

Award-winning coverage of in-depth news and analysis to make your business more profitable.

Subscribe/Renew
Advertisement

I'm looking for ________

Find the right products and services for your farm, ranch or operation.

CHECK OUT OUR BUYERS GUIDE
Advertisement
  • FEATURED PODCASTS
  • [Podcast] Changing the Rules of Pre-Fresh Dairy Cows

    Progressive Dairy
    Podcasts
    SPONSORED BY Applied Biotechnologies Inc.
  • [Podcast] Selling Calves in a Record Market: What Ranchers Need to Know Right Now

    Progressive Cattle
    Podcasts
    SPONSORED BY Superior Livestock Auction
PERSONALIZED CONTENT
Create an account and see website content tailored to your operation.  It only takes a few seconds!
SEE RECOMMENDATIONS NOW!
Copyright © 2026 Progressive Publishing

MORE INFORMATION
  • About Us
  • Terms & Conditions
  • Privacy Policy
  • FAQs
  • Advertise
  • Shop
  • Stats Posters

OUR MAGAZINES
  • Progressive Dairy
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Linkedin
  • Progressive Dairy — Canada
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Linkedin
  • Progressive Dairy — en français
    • Facebook
  • Progressive Cattle
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Linkedin
  • Progressive Cattle — Canada
    • Facebook
    • Linkedin
  • Progressive Forage
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
  • AgProud — Idaho
    • Facebook
    • Linkedin

CONTACT INFORMATION

Progressive Publishing
238 West Nez Perce (physical)
PO Box 585 (mailing)
Jerome, ID 83338

   

info@progressivepublish.com
(800) 320-1424
(208) 324-7513 (Main)
(208) 324-1133 (Fax)