The turkey industry produces over 1,7 million tons of turkey litter every year. In addition to fertilizer, this can now be used as an alternative energy source. Learn more in "HowStuffWorks" on Discovery Channel.
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The turkey industry produces over 1,7 million tons of turkey litter every year. In addition to fertilizer, this can now be used as an alternative energy source. Learn more in "HowStuffWorks" on Discovery Channel.
Added: Nov 20, 2008
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