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Methane generation from animal wastes

Technical Report ·
OSTI ID:5496138
The conversion of manure to biogas via anaerobic digestion is described. The effluent resulting from the conversion retains fertilizer value and is environmentally acceptable. Discussion is presented under the headings: methane formation in the digester; the Tarleton State Poultry Waste to Methane production system; operating experience at Tarleton State; economics of biogas production from poultry waste; construction cost and biogas value; energy uses; feed and waste processing; and advantages of anaerobic digestion. (DMC)
Research Organization:
Tarleton State Univ., Stephenville, TX (USA). Dept. of Agriculture
DOE Contract Number:
FG46-79R610981
OSTI ID:
5496138
Report Number(s):
DOE/R6/10981-T1; ON: DE84003503
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English