Category Archives: Alternative Fuels

Biodiesel Powered Kubota Tractor

Posted on December 28, 2009 by David

As I mentioned in my last post, the only major items left to purchase for Pony Tail Acres were a tractor and a farm. Well, we decided that we wanted to meet our goal of buying all of the vehicles … Continue reading →

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Compost Water Heater Progress Report

Posted on November 18, 2009 by David

The barrels are in place. The manure, sawdust, straw, leaves and food waste is piled up. The barrels are full of water with 200 feet of water hose submerged in them. The basic system is set up and in place! … Continue reading →

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Solar and Compost Heat

Posted on November 16, 2009 by David

Did you know that the sun is hot? Indeed it is! But what about those cold winter days when the temps drop to below 30? Is the sun still hot? Yes! So if there was a way to capture the … Continue reading →

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