186: Pork: How can pig farmers become more energy efficient as we move towards net zero?

AHDB Food & Farming

English - August 11, 2020 06:00 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MB
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In this episode, Ben Williams, KT Senior Manager, speaks to three industry experts about some of the work that has been taking place to help farmers become more energy efficient as we move towards net zero. He also discusses AHDB’s strategic aims in terms of the environment with Jon Foot, Head of Environment.

Find out about the potential for releasing energy from slurry, the scope for improving energy efficiency on farm and how to make the most of renewable energy sources.

Featured guests

Jon Foot, Head of Environment, AHDB

Jon Swain, Senior Consultant, NFU Energy

Martin Barker, National Pig Sales Manager, Duynie Feeds

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Ammonia emissions factors: ahdb.org.uk/news/outdated-ammonia-emissions-factors-set-to-be-revised

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