Dairy cows at Harper Adams have been wearing special backpacks to monitor their methane output, in hope of finding a way to reduce greenhouse gases. Researchers at the Shropshire-based University College are hoping that the project will indicate which feeds and substrates produce the least amount of rumination, and in turn, fewer greenhouse gases. Dairy cows can produce up to 500 litres (356g) of methane per day, a gas which has a global warming potential much greater than that of carbon dioxide. Professor Liam Sinclair and Dr Kenton Hart hope that the research will prove invaluable to farmers. Prof. Sinclair said: “Dairy cows, as ruminants, produce quite a lot of methane as a consequence of their digestive system. As well as being bad for the environment, this is also ineffective for farmers because it’s wasted energy that could be used to produce milk. “So, we’re looking at different diets to reduce the methane production and the backpacks monitor this by taking a sample of gas, from the front of the cow, for a period of 24 hours. This means that at the end of a day, we know exactly how much methane a cow has produced and how this then relates to the different feeds.” The cows wear the backpacks for five day periods, after which they are introduced to a different feed and substrates, given time to adjust, and then the packs are worn again to monitor the next set of results. Although the packs may look uncomfortable, the cows still behave as normal. Professor Liam added …
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Backpacker Magazine Gear School: Measure Your Torso Length

March 24, 2011 by Backpack and Duffel Bag Tips
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Knowing your torso length is crucial to finding the best-fitting backpack for your body type. Don’t estimate a pack size using the clothing standbys of tall, medium, and petite: a 6-foot guy can have a shorter torso length than a 5′10″ woman. Backpacker’s Gear editor Kristin Hostetter explains the correct way to measure your torso length. Learn more important skills with Backpacker’s Gear School videos – straight from the pages of the March 2007 Gear Guide.
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How To Properly Organize A Backpack

March 23, 2011 by Backpack and Duffel Bag Tips
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Another Group 9 production.

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