Producers Approach to Biogas Production from Waste in Livestock Enterprises: The Case of Seydişehir District of Konya Province

This study aimed to determine the general characteristics of cattle breeding enterprises in Seydişehir district and the owners' perspectives on waste management. The research material of the study consisted of enterprises with 30 or more cattle engaged in animal production in Seydişehir district. Snowball sampling method was used in the application of data collection forms (questionnaire). At the end of the evaluations, 91 enterprises constituted the main material of the study. The surveys were conducted between October 2022 and August 2023. It was determined that the rate of utilization of animal waste was higher in the 1st and 2nd regions than in the 3rd region. It was determined that the fertilizers obtained were mostly preferred to be sold and very few breeders used them in their own lands. In addition to the increase in enterprise income, it was determined that environmental awareness increased in enterprises with more modern production. The statistical difference between the answers given to the questions on the structure of the enterprise and the more economical utilization of manure, storage, environmental awareness and the perspective on biogas production was found to be significant. It was stated that the owners of the enterprises were generally informed about biogas production, which is a renewable energy source, and wanted to contribute to biogas production. It was determined that most livestock farms in Seydişehir district of Konya province are favorable to biogas production and are aware that utilizing manure is to the advantage of the environment and the enterprise.