Document Type
Article
Publication Date
12-1-2012
Abstract
This article investigates the technical feasibility of small-scale oilseed production and on-farm processing of biodiesel and livestock feed using primary data from two Vermont farms. Results indicate that small-scale production of sunflowers, canola, and soybeans, and on-farm processing of livestock feed and biodiesel are technically feasible, but yields depend on many factors. Increased local expertise, information-sharing among the farm and Extension communities, and improved access to harvesting and processing equipment can improve productivity and efficiency. Additional experience in seed drying and expeller pressing techniques should reduce fat content in the seed meal, improve meal value, and improve oil production efficiency. © Extension Journal, Inc.
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Stebbins-Wheelock EJ, Parsons R, Wang Q, Darby H, Grubinger V. Technical feasibility of small-scale oilseed and on-farm biodiesel production: A Vermont case study. Journal of Extension. 2012 Dec 17;50(6). https://archives.joe.org/joe/2012december/rb8.php
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