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Demands for sustainable, renewable energy sources will likely require the development of new cropping systems.

Pennsylvania's forests are rich in potential bioenergy from small-diameter trees that are overcrowded and under-utilized.

The Energy Selector slide rule is a convenient tool for making "apples-to-apples" comparisons of various heating fuels on the basis of cost per BTU.

An anaerobic digester does not make manure disappear!

There are a variety of manures and other types of organic materials that can be successfully used in agricultural anaerobic digesters to control odor and produce biogas.

Anaerobic digestion systems and associated manure storage and handling present many safety hazards.

An anaerobic digester is an air tight, oxygen-free container that is fed an organic material, such as animal manure or food scraps.

Commonly used terminology, abbreviations, and units that you may encounter when utilizing biogas and/or anaerobic digestion.

Controlled anaerobic, or oxygen-free, digestion of animal manure is a way to treat manure to prevent foul odor production while generating a usable energy product.

Guide to cut protection personal protective equipment for meat processors, those who butcher at home, and hunters.

Establishing and promoting your beef brand can help consumers recognize your product and give you a competitive edge in the market.

Many people store food outdoors in the wintertime. This article highlights some of the reasons that people may want to re-think that practice.

What does it cost you to produce a bushel of corn, a hundred pounds of milk, or a pound of mushrooms? It may sound like a simple question, but the answer is one of the most valuable pieces of information a farmer can have.

Stalk rots can occur when corn plants are weakened due to other abiotic or biotic stressors.

By offering meaningful activities for people with dementia, you can enhance their self-esteem and well-being. But finding the right activity requires knowledge of the person's interests, needs, and abilities.

Cover crops are important after any crop, but never as important as after corn silage. Plan to drill the cover crop immediately after harvest to maximize its benefits.

When planting buffers in horse pasture areas, be sure the plants included are safe for horses.

Penn State has completed the fourth year of a 4-year feedlot trial investigating the optimal genetics of beef-sired steers born to Holstein dams (beef × Holstein).

Field work slows down in the winter. Learn what can be done during the winter months to be better prepared and less stressed during a busy growing season.

Learn how to identify flies that are bothersome to cattle. Implementing an integrated pest management is key to having successful fly control in the cattle herd.

The herd bull's job is seasonal, but the producer must ensure that the bull is well-maintained during his off-season to meet production goals to the best of his ability.

Incorporate a colostrum monitoring program into your herd health program to make sure your calves get the best start possible.

This article discusses things we can do to help mitigate dye pollution in our watersheds.

This article explores the lifecycle of textile dyes, from factory production to their entry into water resources, their associated ecological impacts, and actions we can take as consumers.

Learn how to implement and lead a healthy eating and physical activity program that can help participants from your organization maintain a healthy weight and reduce their risk of cancer.