Articles and Fact Sheets
Introduction to Energy Efficiency and Conservation on the Farm
Farm Building: Energy Efficiency and Conservation
- Livestock Buildings – see below under Livestock Production Efficiency
- Energy Efficient Refrigeration for Farms
- Farm Lighting Energy Efficiency Checklist and Tips
- Farm Shop Energy Efficiency Checklist and Tips
- Home Energy Efficiency Checklist and Tips
- Insulation Know-How
- Introduction to Farm Building Energy and Conservation
- Livestock Buildings Energy Efficiency Checklist and Tips
- Refrigeration Systems for Milk Cooling
- Ventilation and Cooling Systems for Animal Housing
Greenhouse: Energy Efficiency and Conservation
- Additional Resources for Greenhouse Energy Conservation and Efficiency
- Combat Higher Fuel Prices with Efficient Heating Systems
- Fuels and Alternate Heat Sources for Commercial Greenhouses
- Geothermal Heat for Greenhouses
- Greenhouse Efficiency and Conservation Case Studies
- Greenhouse Energy Conservation Checklist
- Greenhouse Ventilation
- High Tunnels – Low Cost Seasonal Growing Space
- Horizontal Air Flow is Best for Greenhouse Air Circulation
- Insulation Know-How
- Introduction to Greenhouse Efficiency and Energy Conservation
- Natural Ventilation in High Tunnels
- Root Zone Heating Systems for Greenhouses
- Selecting and Maintaining Greenhouse Thermostats
- Shell Corn as a Fuel for Greenhouse Heat
- Step Controllers Optimize Greenhouse Energy Use
- Wood Heat for Greenhouses
Livestock Production and Buildings: Energy Efficiency and Conservation
- Introduction to Energy Efficiency and Conservation for Livestock Production
- Livestock Buildings Energy Efficiency Checklist and Tips
- Livestock Watering Systems Energy Efficiency Checklist and Tips
- Refrigeration Systems for Milk Cooling
- Ventilation and Cooling Systems for Animal Housing
Farm Equipment: Energy Efficiency and Conservation
- Energy Efficiency of Electric Motors on the Farm
- Energy Efficient Hot Water for Farms
- Energy Efficient Refrigeration for Farms
- Farm Lighting Energy Efficiency Checklist and Tips
- Grain Drying Energy Efficiency Checklist and Tips
- Refrigeration Systems for Milk Cooling
Tractor and Field Operation: Energy Efficiency and Conservation
- Ballasting Tractors for Optimal Fuel Efficiency
- Gear up and Throttle Back to Save Fuel
- Introduction to Energy Efficient Tractor and Field Operations
- Machinery Maintenance for Energy Efficiency
- Match Implement Size to Tractor to Save Fuel
- Optimize Wheel Slip to Save Fuel
- Optimizing Field Efficiency to Save Fuel
- Reducing Tillage to Save Fuel
- Selecting Engine and Travel Speeds for Optimal Fuel Efficiency
- Tractor and Field Operations Energy Efficiency Checklist and Tips
Crop Systems: Energy Efficiency and Conservation
- Energy Efficient Use of Fertilizer and Other Nutrients in Agriculture
- Energy Use and Efficiency in Pest Control – Including Pesticide Production, Use, and Management Options
Irrigation: Energy Efficiency and Conservation
Food System: Energy Efficiency
- Reducing Food Miles. ATTRA
Farm Efficiency Checklist and Tips Series
- Farm Energy Efficiency Checklist and Tips
- Farm Lighting Energy Efficiency Checklist and Tips
- Farm Shop Energy Efficiency Checklist and Tips
- Grain Drying Energy Efficiency Checklist and Tips
- Greenhouse Energy Conservation Checklist
- Home Energy Efficiency Checklist and Tips
- Irrigation Energy Efficiency Checklist and Tips
- Livestock Buildings Energy Efficiency Checklist and Tips
- Livestock Watering Systems Energy Efficiency Checklist and Tips
- Tractor and Field Operations Energy Efficiency Checklist and Tips
Answers from our Experts – FAQs
News
- New Publication Helps Farmers Manage High-Temperature Grain Dryers for Energy Efficiency
- Keep the Benefits of Trees in Rural Landscapes
- USDA Announces Initiative to Improve Agricultural Energy Conservation and Efficiency
- Presentations on Pig Comfort, Energy Efficiency and Producer Profits Available Online
- New Publication Helps Farmers Select Energy Efficient Fans for Swine Production
- Thinking of a Green Energy Project? Expert Urges Conservation First
- Michigan State University Dairy Facility Garners Only U.S. Ag Operation Silver LEED Certification