Gloria S. from Newark working with a PSE&G account in rural New Jersey. Client operates a 45-acre farm with greenhouse operations and some grain storage. Currently classified as commercial Schedule CGS but should qualify for agricultural Schedule AGS which would save about $890 monthly. PSE&G is claiming the greenhouse operation is too industrial and doesn't qualify as traditional farming. Anyone dealt with PSE&G agricultural classifications? Their criteria seem subjective and the account rep isn't being helpful.
Agricultural rate qualification - PSE&G being difficult about farm classification
Scott H. from Denver - don't know PSE&G specifically but most agricultural rates require proof of actual farming income and acreage minimums. Greenhouse operations usually qualify if they're growing food crops or nursery stock rather than just processing. What type of crops are they growing and do they have Schedule F tax returns showing agricultural income?
Scott, they grow tomatoes, peppers, and lettuce for wholesale distribution plus some corn and soybeans on the outdoor acreage. Definitely filing Schedule F returns and agriculture is the primary business. I think PSE&G is just being difficult because the account uses a lot of power for heating and cooling the greenhouses. Going to push back with more documentation.