agriculture energy efficiency Articles
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USDA Invests In Rural Energy For America Program
On August 7, 2015, USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack announced $63 million in loans and grants to be distributed through its Rural Energy for American Program (REAP). The $63 million is divided among 264 renewable energy and energy efficiency projects throughout the nation, in primarily rural communities. In addition to creating jobs and improving local economies, the newly announced REAP projects are ...
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USDA announces energy efficiency and renewable energy grants
On April 22, 2015, U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack celebrated Earth Day by announcing that USDA "is providing more than $112 million in loans and grants to help rural communities build and upgrade their water and energy infrastructure systems." The funding for the energy infrastructure programs is provided through the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP), and funds ...
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Operationalising eco-efficiency in agriculture: the example of specialised dairy farms in Flanders
Eco-efficiencies of a representative set of Flemish dairy farms were determined for the years 19891990 and 20002001. Eco-efficiency was measured as a combination of nitrogen (N) use efficiency and energy use efficiency, where N use efficiency (l milk kg-1 N surplus) is the ratio between the amount of produced milk and the farm-gate N surplus (= N input − N output). Energy use efficiency (l milk ...
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Sheep–for–meat farming systems in French semi–upland area. Adapting to new context: increased concentrates and energy prices, and new agricultural policy
We used simulation to study how three French sheep production systems could adapt to a new context created by a surge in cereal prices associated with changes in common agricultural policy support. The evaluation criteria were economic performance, energy efficiency, emissions of greenhouse gases, and sensitivity to technical and economic fluctuations. We found the most intensive system was the ...
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The Role of Wood Charcoal Making Machines in Agricultural Production
Wood charcoal making machines, with their remarkable ability to transform wood into charcoal, hold a crucial place in the realm of agricultural production. Beyond the conventional understanding of charcoal's role in grilling and heating, these machines play a pivotal role in enhancing agricultural practices and sustainability. In this article, we explore the multifaceted role of wood charcoal ...
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Scale of biomass production from new woody crops for salinity control in dryland agriculture in Australia
There is scope internationally to utilise surplus and degraded agricultural land for biomass crops that might also be environmentally beneficial. For example, dryland salinity in southern Australian could be ameliorated using profitable woody biomass crops. A model was developed to predict biomass production from such woody crops. At a biomass price of A$35/t (green) and a water use efficiency of ...
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Eima 2016: A success for irrigation
Energy saving and maximum efficiency are the cardinal points of agriculture 2.0. Today, through the micro irrigation and subsurface irrigation, agricultural production reached a high level of efficiency that assures quality and quantity. “Micro-irrigation”, or drip irrigation, is a method which allows the farmer to give the same amount of water to the roots of each plant, without ...
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Using Carbonization To Process Agricultural Waste
Carbonization plays a huge role within the handling of both municipal waste and agricultural waste. Learning what biochar machines are and exactly how they function can assist you to appreciate how carbonizing machine is helping the environment. Lots of people don't realize the amount of waste the agriculture industry produces each and every year. After crops are harvested and processed, farmers ...
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How Does Climate Smart Agriculture Using Satellite Technology Helps in Farming
Agriculture is the foundation of the world’s food supply. Water availability, soil conditions, rainfall variability, and climate change may all be challenging issues for farmers and the population’s food security. Farmers, food manufacturers, agronomists, and agricultural politicians who want to improve output and profitability would benefit from space-based technologies for ...
By Farmsio Ltd.
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Optimizing Agricultural Water Management through Water Quality Sensors
Water is a precious resource that plays a critical role in agricultural production. As the global population increases, meeting the demand for food and fiber becomes increasingly challenging, particularly in regions facing water scarcity. The utilization of water in agriculture must be efficient, sustainable, and environmentally friendly. This article explores how water quality sensors have ...
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Why does the modern agricultural sector need to use smart switches
With the rapid development of technology, smart technology has gradually penetrated into various areas of our lives, and the modern agricultural sector is no exception. As an important part of smart technology, the application of smart switches in modern agriculture is increasingly widespread. So, why does the modern agricultural sector need to use smart switches? 1. Improve agricultural ...
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8 Series PTO Shaft – Replacement of Bondioli & Pavesi PTO Shaft
The Power Take-Off (PTO) shaft can be described as a kind of driveline component, specifically designed to transfer the power of a tractor's engine to an implement that is attached. This 8 Series PTO shaft is a step up from the seven Series PTO shaft and is specifically designed to provide greater durability and reliability for high-end applications. This PTO shaft model is constructed of ...
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Irrigation polyethylene pipe
Modern irrigation systems give maximum productivity and efficiency from water, and play an important role in the production of agricultural products. One of the main elements in the modern irrigation system is the use of polyethylene pipes to transport water. In this article, we will examine the features and benefits of using ldpe pipe (low density polyethylene pipe) and we will examine how to ...
By Mehravand
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Using Soil EC Sensors for Irrigation Management
I. Introduction Irrigation is a critical component of agriculture, ensuring that crops receive the necessary amount of water for optimal growth and yield. However, the efficient use of water is becoming increasingly important due to water scarcity and the need to conserve resources. Soil EC sensors offer a valuable tool for irrigation management, allowing farmers to monitor soil moisture levels ...
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1 Series PTO Shaft – Replacement of Bondioli & Pavesi PTO Shaft
1 Series PTO Shaft – Replacement for Bondioli & Pavesi PTO Shaft 1. The PTO (Power Take-Off) Shaft is an universal mechanical device created to transfer power from a tractor, or other engines to a variety of industrial and agricultural equipment like balers, mowers pumps, generators, and so on. It features a standard keyway or spline connection that connects to the output shaft of the ...
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High-Tech Greenhouses could be the Future of Agriculture
In a small town in Eastern Kentucky, the future of agriculture is growing. A 2.76 million-square-foot facility is being created on 60 acres of land which will utilize environmentally-friendly techniques to help feed a nation with an aging farmer population, declining farmland and a changing climate. The region which was previously known for its booming coal-mining industry that brought power to ...
By Brite Solar
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5 Series PTO Shaft – Replacement of Bondioli & Pavesi PTO Shaft
5 Series PTO (Power Take-Off) Shaft is a kind of driveline shaft typically employed in agricultural machinery for transferring power to tools like balers, mowers, and sprayers. This 5 Series designation refers to the capacity and size of this shaft with a maximum horsepower of 130. This allows it to be used with more powerful and larger equipment. Five Series PTO Shaft is composed of high-quality ...
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