Design, testing and development of integrated poultry production systems and animal waste management, including: energy efficient, low-cost and effective heating, cooling and ventilation, use of alternate/renewable fuels; poultry litter/waste management techniques for in-situ and outdoor storage; nutrient management planning and land aplication of poultry litter; alternate uses for poultry litter; minimizing non-point source pollution associated with poultry/beef production; water quality monitoring and process modeling; selection of best management practices.
