Royal City, Washington – Scientists from the Washington State University and Cornell will share a in person Look at their experiences this spring to test new technologies that could help dairy producers brake the greenhouse gas emissions from their farms.
THE Climate Smart Dairy Farming: Research & Demonstration Field Day9 a.m. Friday, May 30, in Royal Dairy in Royal City, Washington, will present projects using sensors, meteorological surveillance, a biochar and food additives to understand and manage emissions. The day on the field is part of a one year old Research and demonstration project WSU The Associate Professor LAV KHOT leads with the colleague Francisco Leal-YEPS, assistant professor of precision cattle in Cornell. Research is funded by the Washington State Conservation Commission Through the law on the commitment of the state climate in 2021.
“Precise and continuous information in broadcast can help farmers reduce their greenhouse footprint,” said Khot, project manager of the Dairy Agriculture Test with Climate Intelligence. “As scientists, we want to provide low -cost and reliable technology to support data -oriented decisions that improve sustainability.”
The physiology of dairy cows, and therefore their greenhouse gas emissions, are linked to seasonal, monthly and daily weather conditions. Binding the weather conditions and the regime for emissions will help our team find interventions that reduce emissions and support agriculture of smart dairy products.
Lav Khot, associate professor
Washington State University
The Khot team brings together reference data and specific to processing using a local network of emission sensors to monitor methane, ammonia and carbon dioxide, as well as real -time weather conditions in various places around the farm.
“The physiology of dairy cows, and therefore their greenhouse gas emissions, are linked to seasonal, monthly and daily weather conditions,” Khot said. “Linking weather conditions and the emissions’ diet will help our team find interventions that reduce emissions and support agriculture of smart dairy products.”
Cornell scientists use the data collected by WSU to create strategies that reduce or reduce emissions. A tested idea treats manure with biochar; Another uses food additives for cattle to reduce methane gas emissions from the cows themselves.
The event also presents research carried out by Birgitte Ahring, professor at Laboratory of Bioprodes, Sciences and Engineering of WSUOn manure management to limit emissions and improve animal litter.
The day includes a visit to Royal Dairy’s regenerative agricultural experiences and agricultural projects, as well as farmers’ prospects and an overview of the Washington State Commission.
A lunch follows the visit. Entrance is free. A Calendar and registration To attend the event, it is available online.