"Check out http://www.algaeindustrymagazine.com/
Algae is by far one of the most promising opportunities for alternative fuels. Another form of solar power ;)
In the big picture, this is how oil oil was originally made millions of…"
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Larry Snyder replied to Larry Snyder's discussion 'Lets talk Algae' in the group Alternative Energy"You'll find most of your info at oilgae.com home biodiesel is aways away. But algae can be used as a animal feed,fertilizer in the garden Pharmacutical or nuetricutical. The feed & the fertilizer are both possible right of the farm."
Michael Kahler replied to Larry Snyder's discussion 'Lets talk Algae' in the group Alternative Energy"I've been curious about algae, for some time, but there seems to very little movement in the field of biodiesel development.
Is there a viable way to brew biodiesel from algae, at home?"
Larry Snyder left a comment for Beginning Farmer Coordinator"Welcome to the Urban Farmers Group. I have a friend(one) who was able to purchase very enexpensively a blue barrel about 15-20 gallon size that suppliments for horses is delivered in. The horse rancher was delighted to get brid of them. Made great…"
Larry Snyder commented on Jenni's blog post 'Starting rosemary seeds and cheap grow-light set-up'"Don't know your area but I have Rosmary growing in my yard. It gets down to 10 degrees here with no sign of damage to my rosemary. I actually pruned it back 1st of january and have new growth."
Larry Snyder replied to Stacey's discussion 'Need Advice on Indoor Lighting for Starting Seeds'"You will find flats on a wire shelf will dry out faster than a solid shelf."
Larry Snyder replied to Stacey's discussion 'Need Advice on Indoor Lighting for Starting Seeds'"You'll find there are two types of flourescent bulbs. Daylight & a yellower one. If you put one of each in your fixture it will very closely duplicate grolux plant bulbs for much less."
Larry Snyder replied to A Small Victory Garden's discussion 'Building with Bamboo'"Tripood stakes for tying Tomatoes, Cucumbers, & vining Beans & peas. Simple fences for sweet peas or screens."
Larry Snyder replied to Rebecca Wilson's discussion 'Cold Frames?'"Consider using Hay bales as cold frames. Just line the area you wish to grow in with hay bales then cover the top with storm windows. Cover at night with blankets. If you place 6" of steer manuare in the bottom & raise the flats on a grate…"
Larry Snyder added a discussion to the group Alternative Energy
Lets talk Algae
Algae as a biodiesel,Algae as a food suppliment,Algae as a fertilizer,Algae as a animal feed,Algae as a Pharmacuetical,& Algae to clean wastewater. All from what used to be a pest in your pond. Now they make biodegradeable plastics from algae. This could be a farm cash income & aid.
Larry Snyder commented on marie's blog post 'where to buy land to set up my homestead?'"Most of the areas suitable for olives & figs are desert like areas with imported water(calif). The eastern portions of Wash. & Oregon are desert like. Maybe there is a portion of those states where water & climate would be a good…"
Larry Snyder joined Cornelia's groupAlternative Energy
Interested in the latest in solar, wind, thermal, biofuels and more? This is the place for you!
Larry Snyder commented on Ross P's blog post 'Doing SOMETHING'"If everybody did a little in a concerted way the effect would be well felt. Ask Monsanto they are feeling rebellion right now. A concerted effort there & a philosophy would be changed."
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- Cube Farmer
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- retired Greenhouse/Nursey Manager
- A bit about me:
- I may never stop doing. I'm 71 retired from Nursery business went immediately into real estate. I have a small home in a small town where I have a small garden. I give a majority of my produce away to the neighbors. This year the summer squash varieties did so well that the Neighbors see me coming they pull the shades & close the doors.
- Latest greatest meal cooked at home:
- veggies from the garden on the Bar B Q with any form of meat.
- Currently reading:
- Omnivores Dilemma Micheal Pollen
- Currently listening to:
- Jazz
- My latest DIY project:
- Growing Algae in a self made photobioreactor. Algae is a great animal feed both cattle & chicken. The research into algae biofuel is to intense for me. Trying to teach my self metal smithing I just can't set still
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- At 1:37pm on September 15, 2010,
Cornelia said… - Hi Larry, welcome to HOMEGROWN. As the saying goes: "When parking in town, never leave your car windows rolled down in the summer. You'll come back to find it loaded with squash". Let me know if you have any questions about the site.
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