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Energy-smart poultry farming

Code: 9781801465038
Publication date: 16/05/2022
Extent: 22 pages

Contributions by: Yi Liang, University of Arkansas, USA

Chapter synopsis: This chapter describes how energy is used in poultry production buildings today and discusses the factors that have driven the growth of energy use. It then identifies opportunities toward energy-smart production including existing technologies and management practices that can lead to significant energy conservation and improving energy efficiency. It presents technologies that are emerging in certain regions with high potential of wider adoption. It also reviews the current status of research and development of alternative energy technology in applications and development in poultry production.

DOI: 10.19103/AS.2022.0100.18
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Table of contents 1 Introduction 2 Energy use 3 Energy conservation and energy efficiency opportunities 4 Renewable energy in poultry applications 5 Conclusion and future trends in research 6 Where to look for further information 7 References

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