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Content marketing concepts for small business
Published on March 8, 2013
Content marketing requires little cost and can increase awarness of and sales to your business by increasing communication with your potential customers. -
What is sustainability?
Published on March 7, 2013
While many people equate sustainability with the “green” movement, sustainability involves much more than just environmental protection. -
Biobutanol: A renewable fuel for the future
Published on February 28, 2013
Here’s why researchers will be researching options for biobutanol as a new fuel source. -
Biofuel technology is getting a boost from unconventional sources
Published on February 27, 2013
Understanding insect and mammal digestion is helping scientists develop tools for biofuel production. -
Biofuel mandates are not just for the United States
Published on February 25, 2013
Biofuels are supported by many governments throughout the world. -
MSU’s Bailey GREENhouse demonstrates the food cycle loop
Published on February 17, 2013
Hoophouse grows food year round, which then goes to dining hall, and that compost goes back into hoophouse. -
Biomass densification in energy crops
Published on February 12, 2013
Pelletizing biomass increases bulk density and addresses handling and logistics issues. -
Harvest index: A predictor of corn stover yield
Published on January 28, 2013
Increased interest in harvesting corn stover for livestock feed or bioenergy has some farmers wondering how much stover is out there. -
Michigan land ownership affects who can negotiate and sign an oil and gas lease
Published on January 25, 2013
How real estate is owned affects who has the right to negotiate an oil and gas lease. This article looks at joint tenants, divided separate ownership, tenants in common, partnerships, limited liability companies and corporate ownership. -
Cellulosic ethanol from plants is becoming a high priority
Published on January 17, 2013
Second generation biofuels, including cellulosic ethanol, are making progress.