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Results: 54 Publications found
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A Primer on Robotic Milking Systems G-105
This 4 page fact sheet reviews the basic parts, components, and functions of a robotic or automatic milking system (RMS, AMS, AM-system). Note: Available in PDF only; not available from the Publications Distribution Center.
Department:
Agricultural & Biological Engineering
Catalog Number:
G-105
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Agricultural Water Use in the Allegheny/Monongahela/Ohio River Basins
2002 agricultural water use regulations in the Allegheny, Monongahela, and/or Ohio River basins. Note: Available in PDF only; not available in hard copy from the Publications Distribution Center.
Department:
Agricultural & Biological Engineering
Catalog Number:
F-201
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Biodiesel Safety and Best Management Practices for Small-Scale Noncommercial Use and Production
$8.00
This publication addresses processing and safety issues
associated with making biodiesel fuel, which is a clean, renewable fuel that can be made from various biomass oil feedstocks such as waste vegetable oil, yellow grease, animal fats, and virgin vegetable oils. The objective of this publication is to review some of the accepted practices associated with small-scale biodiesel production to make it a safe, environmentally sound practice that generates a quality product. Prospective biodiesel producers are also encouraged to use this information as they decide whether or not to begin making biodiesel.
Department:
Crop & Soil Sciences
Catalog Number:
AGRS-103
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Biomats
A biomat is a black, slimy jelly-like, slowly permeable layer of partially decomposed organic waste containing microorganisms that seek to feed and grow in this anaerobic environment. Note: This publication is not available in hard copy from the Publications Distribution Center.
Department:
Agricultural & Biological Engineering
Catalog Number:
F-159
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Bonding and Grounding Electrical Equipment
Bonding and equipment grounding are ways of helping to reduce stray voltage problems caused by electrical faults in animal production centers. Note: Available in PDF only; not available in hard copy from the Publications Distribution Center.
Department:
Agricultural & Biological Engineering
Catalog Number:
H-38
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Bulk Storage
Various dry feedstuffs are included in typical dairy cattle rations. These may include dry grains, commercial grain mixes, and a host of by-products from feed and food processing operations. As numbers of cows increase, bulk storage and handling of these materials may provide savings in purchase price, handling, and feeding. The type and amount of these materials you will need to store depends on many factors. Note: Available in PDF only; not available in hard copy from the Publications Distribution Center.
Department:
Agricultural & Biological Engineering
Catalog Number:
H-75
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Dairy Manure Handling
A ultimate goal of a manure handling system should be to improve management, provide positive environmental protection, and allow maximum utilization of manure nutrients. The best manure handling systems are usually developed as part of an overall plan for new construction, renovation or expansion. Note: Available in PDF only; not available from the Publications Distribution Center.
Department:
Agricultural & Biological Engineering
Catalog Number:
G-72
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Deregulation of Electricity Generation in Pennsylvania
This fact sheet provides the facts concerning the deregulation of electricity generation, recommendations for preparing for deregulation, and brief definitions of pertinent terms. Note: Available in PDF only; not available in hard copy from the Publications Distribution Center.
Department:
Agricultural & Biological Engineering
Catalog Number:
H-77
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Designing and Building Dairy Cattle Freestalls
A dairy cow freestall (cubicle) provides dairy cows with a clean dry comfortable place to lie down and rest. A well-designed and properly maintained freestall is the key component in a dairy freestall housing system. Note: Available in PDF only; not available in hard copy from the Publications Distribution Center.
Department:
Agricultural & Biological Engineering
Catalog Number:
G-76
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Developing an Elevated Milking Parlor by Steps
Construction of a modern milking parlor is usually accompanied by a large increase in cow numbers. This is necessary to pay off the cost of the parlor. Careful planning and a critical evaluation of what is absolutely necessary to milk cows can allow someone with fewer cows to begin using an elevated parlor. Note: Available in PDF only; not available in hard copy from the Publications Distribution Center.
Department:
Agricultural & Biological Engineering
Catalog Number:
G-88
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Environmental Issues, Environmental Considerations, and Dairy Farms
Larger dairy farms and increasing public awareness require that environmental protection considerations be addressed. Environmental considerations such as water pollution, silage effluents, safety, and regulations are addressed in this fact sheet. Note: Available in PDF only; not available in hard copy from the Publications Distribution Center.
Department:
Agricultural & Biological Engineering
Catalog Number:
H-71
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Evaluating Greenhouse Mechanical Ventilation System Performance
Efficiency and performance are key to successfully ventilating greenhouses. A mechanical ventilation system that is not properly maintained performs poorly and costs more to operate as it consumes power inefficiently. This fact sheet
features system performance and emphasizes an understanding of the static pressure difference, which drives ventilation air flow. The information is equally valid in other plant environments such growth chambers, propagation areas, and germination rooms. Note: Available in PDF only; not available in hard copy from the Publications Distribution Center.
Department:
Agricultural & Biological Engineering
Catalog Number:
I-42
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Evaluating Greenhouse Ventilation Fan Capacity
Evaluation of a mechanical ventilation system includes measurements of air exchange capacity and air distribution as well as the driving force behind mechanical ventilation, the static pressure difference. Evaluation techniques for determining greenhouse fan capacity are covered in this fact sheet.
Note: Available in PDF only; not available in hard copy from the Publications Distribution Center.
Department:
Agricultural & Biological Engineering
Catalog Number:
I-43
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Evaluating Mechanical Ventilation Systems: Evaluating Livestock Housing Environments
When people think of air quality in an animal environment, they often think of the ventilation system. This makes them eager to take measurements of fan performance and inlet characteristics. Note: This publication is not available in hard copy from the Publications Distribution Center.
Department:
Agricultural & Biological Engineering
Catalog Number:
G-82
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Expansion Feeding
As cow numbers and production increase so does the need for increased quantity, quality, and variety of feed stuffs. Also, the methods for storing and handling feed may change. Note: Available in PDF only; not available in hard copy from the Publications Distribution Center.
Department:
Agricultural & Biological Engineering
Catalog Number:
H-73
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