Farmers turning to LEDs for more efficient lighting

For farmers — like any other business owner — efficiency is one key to a successful and sustainable operation. Because of this, many Iowa hog farmers are embracing LED lighting. The use of LED lights in hog confinement buildings is on the rise throughout Iowa and across the Midwest. Not only does this technology save farmers on their utility bills but it also saves them time and labor because the long life of many LEDs means farmers need to replace fewer lights after they burn out. Jason Prochaska, president of Sitler's Supplies in Washington, Iowa, said this is part of the reason why his company has recently seen an increase in sales of LED fixtures and bulbs.