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Biogas know-how

Biogas know-how

Learn more about the basics of digester biology and feedstock conservation as well as the effect of enzymes. In this section you will learn everything about biogas - from A to Z.
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Silage preparation for biogas plants

The sensitive ensiling process involves the risk of energy losses. For a smooth fermentation process and low losses due to faulty fermentation and reheating, the use of special ensiling agents and correct processing of the crop are essential.

Maize harvest
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How to harvest maize successfully

We give you tips for optimising the fermentation process. In addition to choosing the right silage additive, the time of harvest, cutting height and chop length also play an important role.

Harvest sunset
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Stable conservation with acids

Grain preservation with acids is considered an efficient and cost-effective method for the energy-preserving storage of freshly harvested, moist or pumpable substrates.

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Fundamentals of fermentation biology

The production of biogas is a complex fermentation process of various microorganisms that requires a stable process environment. In practice, various factors can throw the fermenter biology out of balance and thus inhibit biogas production.