In response to recent fluctuations in domestic and international refined oil prices caused by multiple factors, agricultural production fuel costs have risen, creating pressure on spring ploughing preparations and mechanized field operations across the city.
To firmly safeguard grain production and reduce the burden on farmers, the Municipal Modern Agricultural Development Center promptly coordinated with local fuel supply enterprises of PetroChina and Sinopec in Yuncheng. They swiftly implemented provincial and municipal directives to manage oil price volatility and ensure adequate fuel supply for agricultural machinery during the spring farming season. Government and enterprises quickly reached a consensus on collaborative support, developing a comprehensive three-part plan focusing on guaranteed supply, cost reduction, and service optimization to address fuel challenges for agricultural machinery and ensure orderly spring farming progress.
**Sufficient and Stable Supply** Currently, during the critical period of spring field management and ploughing preparations in the Hedong region, large tractors, rotary tillers, and plant protection equipment are busy operating in the fields. Efficient and uninterrupted operation of these machines relies on ample and stable refined oil supply. To prevent fuel shortages, the Municipal Modern Agricultural Development Center partnered with Sinopec and PetroChina's Yuncheng branches to establish a comprehensive fuel supply system, accurately对接 local agricultural machinery cooperatives and ensuring full coverage and timely response.
On the afternoon of April 16, at PetroChina's Wanrong Ronghe Station, agricultural machinery vehicles refueled orderly with dedicated fuel pumps operating stably, allowing immediate refueling without queues. Li Xiaobin, head of Wanrong County Ronghe Xiaobin Agricultural Machinery Service Cooperative, noted that despite high daily fuel demands for over ten machines, all gas stations maintained sufficient stock, enabling smooth refueling day or night without operational interruptions. Machinery operators also reported efficient and convenient refueling after daily fieldwork.
As a major local spring farming force, the cooperative utilizes various machinery for large-scale land preparation and wheat field management. During peak fuel demand periods, supply adequacy directly affects operational progress. To precisely meet fuel needs, Wanrong County's agricultural department pre-emptively对接 cooperatives, documenting machinery numbers, daily operating hours, and monthly fuel consumption. They coordinated with local Sinopec and PetroChina stations to open dedicated fuel channels, expand diesel reserves, increase transport frequency, and monitor inventory dynamically to ensure stable supply without shortages or restrictions.
Zhao Xiaoming, head of retail operations at Sinopec Yuncheng Petroleum Branch, emphasized that measures from accurate supply-demand matching to optimized scheduling and continuous monitoring effectively resolved fuel concerns for cooperatives and operators.
**Price Reduction Benefits** In a field east of Taidu Village, Jishan County, a scallion planting machine operated efficiently, with workers placing seedlings on conveyors as the machine created neat furrows and planted seedlings automatically. Wang Guodong, staff of Jishan Hexin Agricultural Machinery Service Cooperative, highlighted the shift from labor-intensive manual planting to mechanization, which increased daily efficiency from one mu to over ten mu. The cooperative, equipped with 100+ machines including harvesters and drones, now provides full-process mechanized services.
Wang noted that daily fuel consumption exceeds 100 liters currently and rises significantly during peak seasons. Recent oil price fluctuations increased operational costs, but a favorable fuel policy alleviated this pressure. Farmers can register via the "Yijie Fueling" app or Sinopec cards with valid credentials to enjoy discounts at designated stations.
To mitigate cost pressures from oil price changes, the city strictly implemented provincial fuel保障 policies, offering exclusive discounts. Zhang Ligong, head of the Municipal Modern Agricultural Development Center's project station, stated that discounts of 0.6–0.7 yuan per liter for eligible operators exceed provincial minimum standards, effectively offsetting cost increases and providing tangible benefits.
Concurrently, service optimization included green channels at all Spring farming fuel stations in Yuncheng, streamlining processes for priority refueling, ensuring immediate access and discount redemption, making supportive policies both effective and user-friendly.
**Proactive Services** Addressing practical spring farming needs, the city expanded convenient fuel service channels, integrating support throughout agricultural production. While "fuel delivery to fields" services typically focus on summer harvests, the city提前布局 with diversified measures to prevent farming delays due to fuel issues.
Enhancing convenience for remote villages and concentrated farming areas, the city planned mobile refueling and fixed-point services, identifying key locations and refining delivery schemes. Zhang Ligong mentioned that although mobile field refueling isn't active during spring ploughing, preparations like staff training and route planning are complete, ready for summer implementation.
Breaking traditional service limits, the city optimized fixed station processes for spring machinery like tractors and seeders, opening dedicated channels for quick refueling. For scattered or remote operations,预约 registration allows farmers to report needs to nearby stations, leveraging配送 systems for on-demand supply, effectively bridging the "last mile" in fuel service.
Additionally, the Municipal Modern Agricultural Development Center established a regular information-sharing mechanism with Sinopec and PetroChina. Agricultural departments detail machinery numbers, operator distribution, and fuel demand, enabling oil companies to adjust reserves and delivery plans proactively for precise supply-demand alignment.
Beyond fuel保障, stations upgraded ancillary services, setting up rest areas with free water, tools, and safety宣传 on fuel usage, ensuring comprehensive support for efficient spring farming and laying a solid foundation for annual grain harvests.
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