Summary:
- This article discusses the use of a manure digester on an Iowa State University research farm. The digester helps convert animal waste into renewable energy, reducing the environmental impact of the farm's operations.
- The digester captures methane from the manure and uses it to generate electricity, providing a sustainable source of power for the farm. This helps reduce the farm's reliance on fossil fuels and contributes to a more environmentally friendly agricultural system.
- The research being conducted at the Iowa State University farm aims to improve soil health and explore ways to make farming more sustainable. The use of the manure digester is one example of how technology can be leveraged to support more sustainable agricultural practices.