Hum Posted September 14, 2010 Share Posted September 14, 2010 BUFFALO, NY (WIVB) - Researchers in Oklahoma are working hard to create new biofuels. Many crop producers brought their suggestions to the USDA about how to maximize their yields. They also included new uses for wasted crops in the field that would previously be thrown away. The result could benefit both producers and the fuel industry. Research Chemist Wayne Fish of the USDA said, "Ethanol is ethanol, OK? Whether it comes from corn, whether it comes from sugarcane, or whether it comes from watermelon." With watermelons, up to 25% of each season's crop can be lost to inclement weather or birds. To produce ethanol, the juice is paired with a small amount of sugar in a vacuum environment. A simple anaerobic metabolism takes place without oxygen. "Fermentation system and production system will move to the field rather than moving the watermelon to the production system. And the watermelons will be harvested and the juice fermented on site," added Fish. Though it could mean big savings for farmers, watermelons are just another niche in the fuel market. source Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Growled Member Posted September 14, 2010 Member Share Posted September 14, 2010 I don't see farmers rushing out to grow watermelons for biofuel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McCordRm Posted September 15, 2010 Share Posted September 15, 2010 Screw biofuel... watermelons power me just fine. I love me some watermelon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanLeto Posted September 15, 2010 Share Posted September 15, 2010 lol... we're screwed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Memphis Posted September 15, 2010 Share Posted September 15, 2010 BUFFALO, NY (WIVB) - Researchers in Oklahoma are working hard to create new biofuels. Many crop producers brought their suggestions to the USDA about how to maximize their yields. They also included new uses for wasted crops in the field that would previously be thrown away. The result could benefit both producers and the fuel industry. Research Chemist Wayne Fish of the USDA said, "Ethanol is ethanol, OK? Whether it comes from corn, whether it comes from sugarcane, or whether it comes from watermelon." With watermelons, up to 25% of each season's crop can be lost to inclement weather or birds. To produce ethanol, the juice is paired with a small amount of sugar in a vacuum environment. A simple anaerobic metabolism takes place without oxygen. "Fermentation system and production system will move to the field rather than moving the watermelon to the production system. And the watermelons will be harvested and the juice fermented on site," added Fish. Though it could mean big savings for farmers, watermelons are just another niche in the fuel market. source LOL its written for simpletons. It clearly says anaerobic and then adds without oxygen! :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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