Using Peanuts for Biodiesel

Randall Weiseman Energy, Georgia, Peanuts

Wilson FairclothThe University of Georgia is finding new ways to fuel the farmer by using one of the most common grown Georgia commodities, peanuts. Researcher Wilson Faircloth says they are having to look to varieties of the crop that may not have worked in the traditional market due to shelling characteristics or taste but that require less input in order to make the project economical.