Ferrellgas

Ferrellgas is a prominent American propane supplier, established in 1939 by Alfred Carl Ferrell in Atchison, Kansas. As the second largest retail propane marketer in the United States, it serves over one million customers across all 50 states and the District of Columbia. The company has a rich history of family ownership and management, emphasizing employee participation through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) initiated in 1998. Ferrellgas specializes in the sale, distribution, and marketing of propane and other natural gas liquids, primarily in rural areas. Its propane services cater to residential customers for heating and cooking, agricultural clients for crop drying and irrigation, and industrial and commercial users for various operational needs. The company operates a substantial transportation fleet and owns three underground storage facilities, ensuring efficient propane logistics. Additionally, Ferrellgas offers Blue Rhino propane tank exchange services at thousands of retail locations, enhancing convenience for customers.