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Forbes
11 hours ago
- Business
- Forbes
Game-Changing Wind Turbines Harvest Underused Resource Close To The Ground
Winds of Change: Kevin Wolf, CEO and co-founder of Wind Harvest Jimmy Dean, the country musician, actor and entrepreneur, famously said: 'I can't change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination.' A new wind turbine from a California startup, Wind Harvest, takes Dean's maxim to heart and applies it to wind power generation. It goes after untapped, abundant wind. Wind Harvest is bringing to market a possibly revolutionary but well-tested vertical axis wind turbine (VAWT) that operates on ungathered wind resources near the ground, thriving in turbulence and shifting wind directions. The founders and investors – many of them recruited through a crowd-funding mechanism — believe that wind near the ground is a great underused resource that can go a long way to helping utilities in the United States and around the world with rising electricity demand. The Wind Harvest turbines neither seek to replace nor compete with the horizontal axis wind turbines (HAWT), which are the dominant propeller-type turbines seen everywhere. These operate at heights from 200 feet to 500 feet above ground. Instead, these vertical turbines are at the most 90 feet above the ground and, ideally, can operate beneath large turbines, complementing the tall, horizontal turbines and potentially doubling the output from a wind farm. The wind disturbance from conventional tall, horizontal turbines is additional wind fuel for vertical turbines sited below. Studies and modeling from Caltech and other universities predict that the vortices of wind shed by the verticals will draw faster-moving wind from higher altitude into the rotors of the horizontals. For optimum performance, their machines should be located in pairs just about 3 feet apart and that causes the airflow between the two turbines to accelerate, enhancing electricity production. Kevin Wolf, CEO and co-founder of Wind Harvest, told me that they used code from the Department of Energy's Sandia National Laboratory to engineer and evaluate their designs. They believe they have eliminated known weaknesses in vertical turbines and have a durable and easy-to-make design, which they call Wind Harvester 4.0. This confidence is reflected in the first commercial installation of the Wind Harvest turbines on St. Croix, one of the U.S. Virgin Islands in the Caribbean. Some 20 turbines are being proposed for construction on a peninsula made from dredge spoils. This 1-megawatt project would produce 3000 megawatt hours of power annually. All the off-take from this pilot project will go to a local oil refinery for its operations, replacing propane generators. Wolf said the Wind Harvester will be modified to withstand Category 5 hurricanes; can be built entirely in the United States of steel and aluminum; and are engineered to last 70-75 years with some refurbishing along the way. Future turbines will avoid dependence on rare earths by using ferrite magnets in the generators. Recently, there have been various breakthroughs in small wind turbines designed for urban use. But Wind Harvest is squarely aimed at the utility market, at scale. The company has been working solidly to complete the commercialization process and spread VAWTs around the world. 'You don't have to install them on wind farms, but their highest use should be doubling or more the power yield from those farms with a great wind resource under their tall turbines,' Wolf said. Horizontal wind turbines, so named because the drive shaft is aligned horizontally to the ground, compared to vertical turbines where the drive shaft and generator are vertically aligned and much closer to the ground, facilitating installation, maintenance and access. Wolf believes his engineering team has eliminated the normal concerns associated with VAWTs, like resonance and the problem of the forces of 15 million revolutions per year on the blade-arm connections. The company has been granted two hinge patents and three others. Four more are pending. Wind turbines have a long history. The famous eggbeater-shaped VAWT was patented by a French engineer, Georges Jean Marie Darrieus, in 1926, but had significant limitations on efficiency and cost-effectiveness. It has always been more of a dream machine than an operational one. Wind turbines became serious as a concept in the United States as a result of the energy crisis that broke in the fall of 1973. At that time, Sandia began studying windmills and leaned toward vertical designs. But when the National Renewable Energy Laboratory assumed responsibility for renewables, turbine design and engineering moved there; horizontal was the design of choice at the lab. In pursuing the horizontal turbine, DOE fit in with a world trend that made offshore wind generation possible but not a technology that could utilize the turbulent wind near the ground. Now, Wind Harvest believes, the time has come to take advantage of that untouched resource. Wolf said this can be done without committing to new wind farms. These additions, he said, would have a long-projected life and some other advantages: Birds and bats seem to be more adept at avoiding the three-dimensional, vertical turbines closer to the surface. Agricultural uses can continue between rows of closely spaced VAWTs that can align fields, he added. Some vertical turbines will use simple, highly durable lattice towers, especially in hurricane-prone areas. But Wolf believes the future will be in wooden, monopole towers and to reduce the amount of embodied carbon in their projects. One way or another, the battle for more electricity to accommodate rising demand is joined close to the ground.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Is Tyson Foods Stock Underperforming the Nasdaq?
Born out of the Great Depression, Tyson Foods, Inc. (TSN) began in 1935 when John W. Tyson hauled chickens to market from Springdale, Arkansas. Fast forward to today, and the once-humble poultry hustle has evolved into a protein empire, with a market cap of $19.5 billion. With operations spanning the globe - from the U.S. to Europe and Thailand - Tyson now leads in beef, chicken, and pork production. Still family-rooted and future-facing, it is rewriting the food playbook with innovation, scale, and an unshaken grip on protein dominance. Companies worth $10 billion or more are generally described as 'large-cap stocks,' and Tyson Foods earned the stripe by scaling from chicken trucks to global protein kingpin. With powerhouse brands like Tyson, Jimmy Dean, Hillshire Farm, and Ball Park in its corner, it is not just feeding America, it is shaping what's on the plate. Strategic acquisitions, international expansion, and demand for prepared foods helped fatten its market cap over the decades. Is Palantir Stock Poised to Surge Amidst the Israel-Iran Conflict? 'It Has No Utility': Warren Buffett Doesn't Care How High Gold Goes, He Isn't a Buyer CoreWeave Stock Is Too 'Expensive' According to Analysts. Should You Sell CRWV Now? Get exclusive insights with the FREE Barchart Brief newsletter. Subscribe now for quick, incisive midday market analysis you won't find anywhere else. Despite its heavyweight status in protein, Tyson's stock took a gut punch - dropping 18.8% from its 52-week high of $66.88 achieved on Sept. 9. Over the past three months alone, TSN stock slid 10.2%, trailing far behind the Nasdaq Composite's ($NASX) 11.7% ascent during the same time frame. In the longer term, TSN stock is down 5.4% on a YTD basis and 1.5% over the past 52 weeks, underperforming the Nasdaq Composite's 1.2% surge in 2025 and 9.4% returns over the past year. Tyson's chart is bleeding technical weakness. Since late May, TSN stock has been trading beneath both its 50- and 200-day moving averages. With the 50-day slicing below the 200-day, TSN flashes a 'death cross' – indicating an intensifying bearish momentum and a market fast losing its taste for TSN. Tyson Foods is facing a storm it can't grill its way out of. Despite solid name recognition, the company's fundamentals are wearing thin. Revenue growth over the past few years has been underwhelming, reflecting a business that's struggling to find new momentum. Margins are tight - too tight for comfort in a sector that thrives on scale and pricing power. Its beef division, once the heavyweight, is now dragging, posting deep operating losses amid a perfect storm of drought, reduced herds, and consumer pushback on rising prices. Tariff headwinds and legal troubles around alleged price-fixing have only deepened the bruises. Even though chicken is flying higher, it is not enough to offset the broader weakness. Tyson's EPS decline reveals a deeper issue: growing revenues have not translated into growing profits. As demand shifts and inflation eats into spending, the company feels stuck, navigating a landscape that no longer tastes like predictable success. In the packaged food battleground, Pilgrim's Pride Corporation (PPC) struts ahead, while Tyson's crown looks shaky. PPC stock clocked in a 1.1% YTD rise and a juicy 29.2% gain over 52 weeks. While both stumbled recently, PPC's 7.6% dip over the past three months bruises less than TSN's deeper cut. Wall Street analysts, offering recommendations for TSN, are cautiously optimistic about the stock's prospects. The stock has a consensus 'Moderate Buy' rating from the nine analysts covering it, and the mean price target of $63.80 suggests a potential upside of 17.4% from current price levels. On the date of publication, Sristi Jayaswal did not have (either directly or indirectly) positions in any of the securities mentioned in this article. All information and data in this article is solely for informational purposes. This article was originally published on Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
14 Ridiculously Funny Signs That Made Me Chortle A Chortle No One Has Ever Heard Before
Welcome to another weekly roundup of Reddit's funniest signs. They're the way to make you forget about all the stress you had this week! Last week's was hilarious, and today's won't disappoint. Here we go: is nothing more horrific than thinking about Jimmy Dean making BOWELS. logo is a nice little aesthetic touch to this place. everyone wants their kids to play near the cemetery. Related: 40 Really, Really, Really, Really, Really, Really, Really, Really, Really, Really, Really, Really, Really, Really, Really, Really Creepy Wikipedia Pages an interesting place to put a "do not touch" sign. brain hurts trying to understand this one, but still kind of funny. your marriage failed, why not joke about it at this point, right??? Related: People Who Never Believed In The Supernatural Are Revealing What Made Them Change Their Minds, And I'm Terrified are now zombies in the restrooms! 9.I actually think #nomnomnomnom is a really creative name! thing I'm 251 years old. one commenter said, "The dumpster might get offended!" let's add this very informative and appreciated one. please stop doing this. lastly, at least they're honest. Which one made you LOL the most?! Let us know in the comments, and be sure to check back next week for another hilarious roundup! Also in Internet Finds: Lawyers Are Sharing Their Juiciest "Can You Believe It?!" Stories From The Courtroom, And They're As Surprising As You'd Expect Also in Internet Finds: People Are Sharing "The Most Believable Conspiracy Theories," And Now I'm Questioning Everything I Thought I Knew Also in Internet Finds: 51 People Who Quickly Discovered Why Their Hilariously Clueless Partner Was Single Before Meeting Them
Fox News
07-05-2025
- Business
- Fox News
Food maker eliminating synthetic dyes from ingredients by end of May
The company behind Jimmy Dean and Hillshire Farm food products is making a key ingredient change amid a push from U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Tyson Foods will remove all petroleum-based synthetic dyes from its products by the end of this month. Donnie King, president and chief executive officer of the Arkansas-based company, announced the news during an earnings call on Monday. EVERYTHING TO KNOW ABOUT MAHA "As a recognized leader in protein, none of the products Tyson Foods offers through our school nutrition programs include petroleum-based synthetic dyes as ingredients," King said. Most of the company's retail-branded Tyson products, including its chicken nuggets, "do not contain any of these types of dyes, and we have been proactively reformulating those few products that do," he said. "We expect that our work to eliminate the use of petroleum-based synthetic dyes in production will be completed by the end of May." CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER That's ahead of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) deadline for food manufacturers "to eliminate six remaining synthetic dyes – FD&C Green No. 3, FD&C Red No. 40, FD&C Yellow No. 5, FD&C Yellow No. 6, FD&C Blue No. 1 and FD&C Blue No. 2 – from the food supply by the end of next year," he said. The FDA previously called for the removal of red dye from foods, dietary supplements and ingested medicines in January, as Fox News Digital reported at the time. For more Lifestyle articles, visit PepsiCo's chair and chief executive officer announced on April 24 that its popular snack foods like Lay's and Tostitos "will be out of artificial colors by the end of this year." Tyson Foods, along with its subsidiaries, operates several major brands, including Ball Park, Hillshire Farm, Jimmy Dean and Wright Brand. CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP A spokesperson for Tyson Foods told Fox News Digital the company declined to provide further comment.
IOL News
30-04-2025
- Lifestyle
- IOL News
Easy and fun activities to keep kids entertained this long weekend
The long weekends are a great time for family bonding and it doesn't have to be expensive. Image: Jimmy Dean/Unsplash Another long weekend is coming up in South Africa, offering a welcome break for many. However, parents often face the challenge of keeping their children entertained without spending a lot of money. If you're looking for budget-friendly and enjoyable activities that promote family bonding, here are some imaginative ideas: Outdoor Adventures: Create a Backyard Obstacle Course: Use household items like chairs, ropes, and boxes to design a mini obstacle course in your garden or backyard. This is a fantastic way for kids to burn energy and enjoy a physical challenge. Bonding Tip: Time each participant and offer encouragement to create a friendly family competition. Enjoy a Local Park Picnic: There's no need for extensive travel or expense. Prepare simple sandwiches, fruit, and juice and head to a nearby park. Encourage the kids to bring a ball or frisbee for added fun. Bonding Tip: Leave electronic devices behind and engage in classic outdoor games such as "I Spy" or races. A family enjoys some time out enjoying a picnic at a park. Image: Agung Pandit Wiguna/Pexels Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Creative Indoor Fun: Set Up a DIY Arts and Crafts Station: Gather old newspapers, cardboard, glue, and any available art supplies. Let the children's imaginations soar as they create puppets, masks, or personalized cards for family members. Bonding Tip: Participate alongside your children and create your own artwork, perhaps a collaborative family mural. Bake Together: Children usually love the hands-on experience of baking. Choose simple recipes like scones, muffins, or cookies and involve them in measuring, mixing, and decorating. Bonding Tip: Organize a fun "bake-off" challenge with different themes and playful rewards. Host a Themed Movie Marathon: Transform your living room into a cozy "home cinema" with blankets, popcorn, and fairy lights. Allow each family member to select a short film or episode to watch. Bonding Tip: After each viewing, discuss your favourite parts or the funniest moments together. Organize a Treasure Hunt: Hide small toys or treats around the house or yard and provide clues for the children to follow. You can even create themed hunts based on pirates, detectives, or nature. Bonding Tip: Take turns being the "hunt master" and devising the clues for others to solve. Build a Blanket Fort and Share Stories: Sometimes the simplest activities are the most engaging. Use chairs, cushions, and blankets to construct a fort in your lounge, then spend time inside telling stories or reading aloud. Bonding Tip: Encourage everyone, including adults, to make up their own short stories to share. Movie night camp out. Picture: Pinterest Transform your living room into a cozy "home cinema" with blankets, popcorn, and fairy lights. Image: Pinterest Explore Your Community: Visit Free Local Attractions: Check for free museums, community events, or outdoor concerts in your area. Many townships and suburbs host complimentary holiday activities for children. Bonding Tip: Let the family collectively decide where to go and experience something new together. Remember, a little imagination can go a long way. Involving your children in planning these activities can make them even more enjoyable. These affordable ideas not only keep kids entertained but also foster meaningful family memories. IOL Lifestyle
