Agriculture is an sector where quality definitely matters. Responsible for growing the food and raising many of the animals we eat, it is important that the agriculture industry maintains high standards at all times and utilises only the top quality, most appropriate equipment. Agricultural oils are therefore one of the things we definitely need to be aware of, and for those who work in the field, using oils that have been specifically developed and approved for agricultural use definitely makes sense.

Agricultural oils can be used for quite a few different purposes. One of the most obvious examples is engine oil; farm machinery such as tractors and harvesters need to be properly lubricated to keep the parts in good working order while still being appropriate for use in the circumstances. Hydraulic and transmission oils are also frequently used for agricultural purposes. If you are using agricultural oils, one of the most crucial things to consider is how they oil will be stored before use; there are various regulations that need to be followed for safety reasons – especially if you are making use of fuel oil – and so it’s worth being aware of them. For instance, if you are utilising fuel oil in your agricultural work, it needs to be stored in a container that is impermeable to oil, and if you are using it in large quantities, the container often needs to be kept in a second, significantly larger container.

One of the main reasons to use agricultural oils rather than standard grade oils for lubricating farm machinery is that the oils have been especially selected for the job. This means that those who use them can typically enjoy enhanced performance from their oils as a result. Ideally, you should be looking for engine and related oils that are fluid at low temperatures but that are still able to give excellent protection when machinery is operating at high temperatures, as can often be the case in the industry.

Since the cleanliness of agricultural machinery is also very important, it’s worth looking for specific agricultural oils as they should have been developed with this in mind, as well as working to reduce general wear and tear on the machinery. It is important that you choose high quality oils that have been treated so there is no risk of them causing corrosion or oxidation, or of them foaming after they have been applied.

You also need to make sure your agricultural oils are suitable to be used in situations where heavy loads and a significant amount of stress needs to be taken care of, as well as in a range of temperatures. Oils that have good anti-wear properties can help to extend the life of the agricultural machinery and help to keep it in good working order.

When you consider how much of agriculture is about getting the timing of events right and how important the machinery is to the smooth running of the industry, it certainly helps us to understand just how important the role that agricultural oils have to play.