Essays about: "torvströ"

Found 2 essays containing the word torvströ.

  1. 1. Torvströ till svenska mjölkkor

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Animal Nutrition and Management

    Author : Karin Andersson; [2007]
    Keywords : torvströ; renlighet; hygien; S.aureus; dammigt; kor; mjölkkor; beteende;

    Abstract : Peat litter is a soft material with high absorbency. About hundred years ago many farmers in Sweden used peat litter to their dairy cows. After the World War II the use of peat litter decreased and the farmers used more straw. Nowadays (year 2007), when it is harder to find straw and sawdust to buy, peat litter is advancing again. READ MORE

  3. 2. Strötorvsanvändning i djurstallar : en litteraturgenomgång

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Landscape Architecture, Planning and Management (from 130101)

    Author : Carin Germundsson; [2006]
    Keywords : strötorv; djurstallar; tekniker; fördelar; nackdelar;

    Abstract : Peat litter has been used in animal houses for a long time. Because of its good ability to absorb liquid and nutrients from the manure it can create a dry surface for animals and a valuable manure product. READ MORE