Reduction of Hydrogen Sulfide in Chicken Farm by Biological Systems
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This study aims to assess the efficiency of a biofiltration system in order to remove the hydrogen sulfide gas in a semi-enclosed poultry farm. The system was designed and installed to maintain key the environmental factors, which were temperature, humidity and air velocity within the optimal ranges according to the poultry farming standards. The results over a 90-day observation period showed that the system could achieve a hydrogen sulfide removal efficiency of as high as 94.63±0.32 %. Regarding the wastewater quality, the treatment system using a spray mechanism in combination with cross flow media resulted in a continuously decreasing in the wastewater quality parameters including TSS, BOD, COD, NO3- and SO42-. Moreover, the dominant microbial populations in the system were identified, that were microorganisms in the system play a crucial role in converting hydrogen sulfide gas into sulfate, resulting in a significant reduction in malodors. These microbial activities contributed to a continuous decline in organic pollutants in the treatment system. The findings indicate that the treated wastewater can be safely reused within the system without causing adverse environmental impacts. This study highlights the potential of biofiltration system as an effective and sustainable solution for the odor and wastewater management in livestock farming.
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