Iowa State University Extension and the Iowa Energy Center are creating a new generation of resources to address on-farm energy conservation and efficiency in Iowa.
1. FARM ENERGY A NEW GENERATION: Farm Energy Conservation and Efficiency Initiative
2. FARM ENERGY (USDA Census of Agriculture, 2007) PM 2089A
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5. FARM ENERGY OBJECTIVE: collaborate with energy partners to increase coordination of farm energy efficiency efforts
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7. Previous energy fact sheets published 30 years ago FARM ENERGY OBJECTIVE: upgrade Extension resources that address energy conservation and efficiency for farmers in Iowa
8. FARM ENERGY Download the new Farm Energy publication series free of charge from Iowa State University Extension PM 2089A
Several factors in both design and management of the high-temperature drying systems affect the ability to save energy. For example, using an increased drying air temperature generally increases energy efficiency however seed and specialty grains often have a maximum drying air temperature limit in order to maintain quality.