Gas
- Predictable fuel and familiar operation.
- Highly exposed to price spikes during season.
- Drying cost escalates quickly.
Economics
Gas or biomass for a grain dryer: you have to look deeper than fuel price
A correct comparison is not “price per m³” vs “price per ton”. It is thermal task, real fuel use, season volume and downtime risk.
Biomass
- Lower heat cost with available local fuel.
- Requires correct fuel handling and integration.
- The largest benefit appears in season and over time.
What drives the result
- Dryer type and airflow path.
- Fuel quality and stability.
- Combustion geometry and completeness of burn.