strategic development of on-farm biodiesel and meal production from oilseeds such as sunflower, soybean, and canola. The growth of these enterprises is shown in Table 1. As of early 2012, installed biodiesel processing equipment in Vermont can accommodate approximately 10,242 acres of oilseed production annually (2 percent of 517,000 total cropland
Oilseeds--including sunflower, canola, soybean, flax, and hemp--are crops that may provide avenues for diversification on our Vermont farms. Oil extracted from these crops may be used for on-farm fuel production or culinary uses; the leftover meal may be used as a high protein livestock feed or soil amendment to boost fertility.
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On-Farm Oil Seed Production and Processing Report - 2007; Organic Farmer's Business Handbook; Seasoned Books (many ag and gardening titles) "Sell What You Sow - Growers Guide to Marketing Produce" Sustainable Agriculture Network / SARE publications (many on-line) Return to Vermont Vegetable and Berry Grower Pages
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Energy Information for Vegetable and Berry Growers . Biomass Heating of Vermont Greenhouses - 2015 project report; Case Studies of On-Farm Energy
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This article investigates the technical feasibility of small-scale oilseed production and on-farm processing of livestock feed and biodiesel based on data from two Vermont farms experimenting with these enterprises in cooperation with University of Vermont (UVM) Extension. This research provides needed technical information to farmers,...
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Now housing two presses to test oil extraction and processing efficiencies, Borderview Farm is an applied research facility specializing in oilseed crops, perennial grasses, small grains, hops production and bio-based renewable energy research and development projects relevant to all size farms.
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University of Vermont Vermont Vegetable and Berry Grower Pages. Northeast Organic Farming Association of Vermont (NOFA- VT) Organic Farming Fact Sheets (MOSES) Organic Seed Supplier Database (ATTRA) Roxbury Farm's Organic Crop Production Manual; Using Organic Nutrient Sources - Penn State Univ.
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In 2008, when diesel prices rose from $4 to $5 per gallon, Rainville began experimenting with farm-scale biodiesel production. With guidance from University of Vermont (UVM) Extension and grant funding from Vermont Sustainable Jobs Fund Vermont Bioenergy Initiative, Rainville began planting sunflowers on a portion of his 214 acres and
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We showcase five Vermont on-farm biodiesel operations that use a variety of equipment to reach their different biodiesel and feed production goals. We use data from these farms, collected over several years, to run a detailed economic analysis of a hypothetical 100,000-gallon per year on-farm biodiesel facility.
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Having sold his dairy herd several years ago and thinking he was heading into semi-retirement, Roger Rainville began experimenting with farm-scale biodiesel production on his family farm in northern Vermont, which literally hugs the Canadian border. The University of Vermont (UVM) now leases a number of acres from the Rainvilles as Borderview Farm has become one of the best-known applied
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Goals / Objectives The overall goal of this project is to analyze the economic feasibility and market potentials for farm-scale oilseed and biodiesel production in Vermont with a focus on the demand factors and provide information and recommendations to farmers, entrepreneurs, policymakers and communities. Five specific objectives are proposed to accomplish this goal: (1) To continue the
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Oilseed Crops for Biodiesel Production. Photo: Vern Grubinger, Professor, University of Vermont Extension. Safflower and Sunflower. Safflower and sunflower both produce oil that can be used for biodiesel, although these oils tend to be more highly prized as premium cooking oils. On-Farm Biodiesel Fuel Production a 16-minute video
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Northeast Oilseed Information. University of Vermont; Note: This is not an exhaustive resource list nor do any of the oilseed project partners endorse any of the products or companies on this list. It is intended as a resource and starting point for those interested in small-scale oilseed processing.
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Chris Callahan is the Extension Associate Professor of Agricultural Engineering at the University of Vermont. His work focuses on the application of the engineering practice to food systems. Specific engagement is with food producers, processors, and distributors to improve efficiency, quality, safety and cost control through integration of technology, systems integration and
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Sunflowers: From Field to Fuel. October 7, Now housing two presses to test oil extraction and processing efficiencies, Borderview Farm is an applied research facility partnered with University of Vermont (UVM) Extension specializing in oilseed crops, perennial grasses, small grains, hops production and bio-based renewable energy research
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We talked to Dr. Darby about oilseed production in Vermont and why farmers are embracing the bioenergy movement. For how long have Vermont farms been using oilseeds for on-farm fuel production and livestock feed? There are about a half dozen or so farms that are growing and using oilseeds on their farms.
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and processing oilseeds into biodiesel is an emerging area. According to University of Vermont Extension (UVM), production of oilseed crops is rare and small-scale oilseed and on-farm biodiesel production remain largely unproven concepts. Farmers generally perceive that they have neither the necessary equipment nor experience to raise these crops.
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Please join University of Vermont Extension Northwest Crop & Soils Program and the Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets at this one-day conference to expand industrial hemp knowledge of farmers from seed to sales. Beginning at cultivation through processing and sales.
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On-Farm Oilseed and Biodiesel Production at State Line Farm, Shaftsbury VT This case study by the Vermont Sustainable Jobs Funds provides details of the on-farm pilot project to develop a community-scale oil seed processing and biodiesel producing facility of appropriate scale to New England farms.
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Rainville first got interested in oilseed production when University of Vermont Extension approached him about growing canola seed on his farm. This video was produced in partnership with Cooking
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Outreach programs have focused on delivering on-farm education in the areas of soil health, nutrient management, organic grain and forage production, and oilseed production. Research has focused on traditional and niche crop variety trials, including agricultural hemp production, weed management strategies and cropping systems development.
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Vermont will operate under its hemp production pilot program enabled under the 2014 Farm Bill for the 2020 growing season. All growers and processors of hemp in Vermont are required to register with the Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets to grow or process hemp in 2020. The Agency also continues to develop its Cannabis Quality
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with farm-scale biodiesel production. With guidance from University of Vermont (UVM) Extension and grant funding from Vermont Sustainable Jobs Fund Vermont Bioenergy Initiative, Rainville began planting sunflowers on a portion of his 214 acres and installing biodiesel processing equipment. Oilseed sunflowers (as opposed to confectionary
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Vermont Sustainable Agriculture Council has identified n-farm energy enhancementas a top research priority and in recent research estimated the demand and capacity for in-state food products, livestock meal and biodiesel made from local oilseed crops (White et al. 2007).
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Getting a Taste of Hop Farming in Vermont. Heinrich says she realized that research on hop farming in Vermont is fairly slim. But Heinrich did learn there are potentially high infrastructure and capital costs involved in growing and processing hops, and the plants do not produce significant yields until three to five years.
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Rainville first got interested in oilseed production when University of Vermont Extension approached him about growing canola seed on his farm. This video was produced in partnership with Cooking
Get PriceExpectations for Vermont hemp and CBD business were giddy even before passage of the farm bill. New processing facilities, hemp growers, products and stores have sprung up quickly in Vermont
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On-Farm Biodiesel Production . Roger Rainville, Borderview Farm, Alburgh, Vermont . FARM OVERVIEW . 200 acres . 20% in oil seed crops . 80% in alfalfa, corn germ, grass (60 head of young cattle), other forages . Rainville recommends growing sunflower or canola in a particular field for not more than 2 years in a row and preferably just 1 year.
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Vermont Grass Biomass Energy Project Almost a third of Vermont total energy demand is for heating purposes and nearly 60% of the heating fuel used in the state is No.2 heating oil. Perennial forage grasses have the potential to be utilized as a biomass fuel for heating which could displace heating oil, a petroleum product subject to
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The expense of buying oilseeds or oil products for biodiesel production into oil typically accounts for more than 70% of total costs. Purchasing versus Collecting Oil. Virgin (new) oil purchased from a oilseed crusher or processor tends to be the highest quality, most consistent, and most abundant.
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Concerns about Vermont dairy farm viability, greenhouse gas emissions, and reliance on fossil fuels have prompted growing interest in the production of biodiesel and oilseed meal from Vermont-grown oilseed crops. The idea is that Vermont farmers could grow and harvest oilseed crops; the seed or beans could be pressed into vegetable oil and
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This photo shows howOlivette Farm kicks off the season in their high tunnel with temporary table tops on saw horses and even party lights! References. Bartok, J. ermination Chamber/Growth Room for Seedling ProductionUniversity of Massachusetts Vegetable Program (via University of The University of Vermont. Burlington, VT 05405 (802
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Safe and Profitable Oil Production Fact Sheets But Penn State University and the University of Vermont have been working together to create easily accessible information on edible oil production for small-scale processors. The following fact sheets provide information on oilseed pressing, filtering, cleaning and storage, processing, and oil
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Heather Darby is an agronomist at the University of Vermont Extension where she conducts applied research and outreach on farm-based fuel, forage, and grain production systems in New England. Heather's research has focused on traditional and niche crop variety trials, weed management strategies, and cropping systems development.
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Wondering how oilseed crops like sunflower, soybeans and canola are used on-farm for liquid fuel replacement and feed production? This webinar, presented by Chris Callahan (Univ. of VT) and
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The graphic above shows the energy intensity of several small Vermont farms. The most energy-intensive farm produced just over 16,000 pounds of pork and beef, and the largest share of its energy is the embodied energy in feed grain for the pigs. The vegetable farm grew 55,000 pounds of vegetables during the year of my audit, and most of the
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The farm at Berea College in Kentucky is easily one of the most impressive sustainable college-run farms in the world. Consisting of 500 acres of pastures, croplands, ponds, woodland, and gardens, the farm is an essential learning tool for the 45 majors included in Berea Agriculture and Natural Resources department.
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A Farm Bill passed by Congress last year included an amendment granting states and universities the right to research hemp. Why Kentucky farmers are quitting tobacco and turning to hemp
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