The annual Powering Michigan Agriculture Conference gives farmers the opportunity to learn more about various renewable energy technologies that are available to Michigan farms. Presentations help farmers better understand wind, solar, biomass, anaerobic digestion or geothermal technologies, how they can be applied to your farm, and pros and cons of each technology.
Conference Objectives
- Give farmers an improved understanding of renewable energy technologies.
- Help farmers decide which renewable energy technology to implement on their farm.
- Provide information on funding sources for renewable energy technologies.
- Provide resource contacts for the various renewable energy technologies.
News
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Choosing the right small wind electric or solar photovoltaic system for your farm
Published on February 28, 2017
Extension experts to provide guidance to Michigan farmers at upcoming conference. -
Why would a poultry producer attend the Powering Michigan Agriculture Conference?
Published on February 1, 2017
For one turkey farm, making the energy conservation investment payed off in reduced energy expenses, improved animal welfare, increased market weight, lowered brooder mortality rate and safer working conditions for employees. -
Why would a dairy farmer attend the Powering Michigan Agriculture Conference?
Published on January 25, 2017
Making the milk check go further by reducing energy consumption and expenses.
