This document provides an overview and agenda for a presentation on bioenergy crop production, handling, and logistics. It discusses analyzing the economics of bioenergy crop production and provides crop by crop analyses and production sustainability factors. It also summarizes research data on crop yields and ethanol potential from various locations in Michigan. Finally, it discusses considerations for handling and transporting biomass, including the advantages and disadvantages of bale vs. bulk systems, as well as progress toward making cellulosic ethanol economically viable.
The Vista spa has a seating capacity of 6 adults and dimensions of 8'4" x 7'7" x 38" high. It holds 500 gallons of water and weighs over 6,000 lbs when filled. Shell and cabinet options include colors like pearl, graphite, and coastal gray. It features 47 jets including various massage and hydromassage jets. Other features include a BellaFontana water feature, IQ 2020 control system, No-Fault 4000w heater, and Wavemaster pumps. Filtration uses a 325 square foot Tri-X cartridge filter.
Poster16: Growth of pig fed with Vigna unguiculata herbage meal as protein su...CIAT
This document summarizes a study that evaluated the growth performance of pigs fed diets containing Vigna unguiculata herbage meal as a protein supplement. Fourteen female pigs were fed one of three diets: a control diet or diets with 15% or 30% of the crude protein from the control diet substituted with V. unguiculata meal. There were no significant differences in growth performance measures like average daily gain or feed conversion between the treatment groups. While feed conversion decreased slightly with increasing levels of cowpea meal, replacement of up to 30% of dietary protein with V. unguiculata did not negatively impact pig growth. The study concludes that V. unguicul
Feed the Future: Using crop by-products to intensify and sustain food productionILRI
This document discusses using crop byproducts to intensify and sustain food production. It argues that byproducts are already the most important feed resource and targeting them can increase overall productivity without competing for land. Small differences in feed quality can significantly impact livestock productivity. These differences can be exploited through plant breeding, feed mixes, supplementation, and processing. Improving feed quality combined with other interventions could boost milk yields in India while reducing environmental impacts like greenhouse gas emissions per unit of milk. Larger demonstrations are still needed but collaborative research programs provide frameworks to implement these approaches at scale.
Nipa palm sap contains 10-20% sugar and can potentially be used as a feedstock for bioethanol production. A model is proposed for a distributed nipa-based bioethanol industry that could complement centralized bioethanol facilities. Key points:
- Nipa biorefineries would be more affordable and require less land per liter of ethanol produced than a large centralized facility.
- Nipa is available year-round unlike seasonal crops and could help smooth out supply for a large refinery.
- Simple process improvements could more than double nipa sap and ethanol yields.
- The model could be replicated in other areas to establish supply contracts between nipa producers and large refin
A philippine framework for 21st century teaching and learningFiorello Abenes
A Framework for Higher Education, especially for State Universities and Colleges that can make the Philippines competitive with its neighbors. Described areTHREE Pillars of this Framework.
This document summarizes a project exploring the agronomic feasibility and economic potential of growing biomass crops in Ontario. The project involves field trials of various biomass crops like miscanthus, switchgrass, and native grasses at multiple research sites. Data is being collected on establishment, yields, costs, and winter survival. Processing, aggregation, and potential end-uses are also being studied. Challenges identified include agronomic gaps, optimal processing and handling methods, and developing markets and policy support. Regional biomass tours and a preliminary report are planned to share initial findings.
1) The study evaluated the efficacy of weed control in glyphosate-resistant maize under different treatment conditions in Poland.
2) Weed counts showed that treatments containing glyphosate effectively controlled most weed species, while a standard herbicide was also effective.
3) Maize yields were not significantly different between treatments.
4) Soil samples contained seeds from 8 weed species, with poppy, lamb's quarters, and barnyard grass being most abundant.
Sustainable intensification and diversification of maize-based farming system...africa-rising
Presented by Dan TerAvest (Washington State University) at the Africa RISING East and Southern Africa Research Review and Planning Meeting, Arusha, Tanzania, 1-5 October 2012
The Vista spa has a seating capacity of 6 adults and dimensions of 8'4" x 7'7" x 38" high. It holds 500 gallons of water and weighs over 6,000 lbs when filled. Shell and cabinet options include colors like pearl, graphite, and coastal gray. It features 47 jets including various massage and hydromassage jets. Other features include a BellaFontana water feature, IQ 2020 control system, No-Fault 4000w heater, and Wavemaster pumps. Filtration uses a 325 square foot Tri-X cartridge filter.
Poster16: Growth of pig fed with Vigna unguiculata herbage meal as protein su...CIAT
This document summarizes a study that evaluated the growth performance of pigs fed diets containing Vigna unguiculata herbage meal as a protein supplement. Fourteen female pigs were fed one of three diets: a control diet or diets with 15% or 30% of the crude protein from the control diet substituted with V. unguiculata meal. There were no significant differences in growth performance measures like average daily gain or feed conversion between the treatment groups. While feed conversion decreased slightly with increasing levels of cowpea meal, replacement of up to 30% of dietary protein with V. unguiculata did not negatively impact pig growth. The study concludes that V. unguicul
Feed the Future: Using crop by-products to intensify and sustain food productionILRI
This document discusses using crop byproducts to intensify and sustain food production. It argues that byproducts are already the most important feed resource and targeting them can increase overall productivity without competing for land. Small differences in feed quality can significantly impact livestock productivity. These differences can be exploited through plant breeding, feed mixes, supplementation, and processing. Improving feed quality combined with other interventions could boost milk yields in India while reducing environmental impacts like greenhouse gas emissions per unit of milk. Larger demonstrations are still needed but collaborative research programs provide frameworks to implement these approaches at scale.
Nipa palm sap contains 10-20% sugar and can potentially be used as a feedstock for bioethanol production. A model is proposed for a distributed nipa-based bioethanol industry that could complement centralized bioethanol facilities. Key points:
- Nipa biorefineries would be more affordable and require less land per liter of ethanol produced than a large centralized facility.
- Nipa is available year-round unlike seasonal crops and could help smooth out supply for a large refinery.
- Simple process improvements could more than double nipa sap and ethanol yields.
- The model could be replicated in other areas to establish supply contracts between nipa producers and large refin
A philippine framework for 21st century teaching and learningFiorello Abenes
A Framework for Higher Education, especially for State Universities and Colleges that can make the Philippines competitive with its neighbors. Described areTHREE Pillars of this Framework.
This document summarizes a project exploring the agronomic feasibility and economic potential of growing biomass crops in Ontario. The project involves field trials of various biomass crops like miscanthus, switchgrass, and native grasses at multiple research sites. Data is being collected on establishment, yields, costs, and winter survival. Processing, aggregation, and potential end-uses are also being studied. Challenges identified include agronomic gaps, optimal processing and handling methods, and developing markets and policy support. Regional biomass tours and a preliminary report are planned to share initial findings.
1) The study evaluated the efficacy of weed control in glyphosate-resistant maize under different treatment conditions in Poland.
2) Weed counts showed that treatments containing glyphosate effectively controlled most weed species, while a standard herbicide was also effective.
3) Maize yields were not significantly different between treatments.
4) Soil samples contained seeds from 8 weed species, with poppy, lamb's quarters, and barnyard grass being most abundant.
Sustainable intensification and diversification of maize-based farming system...africa-rising
Presented by Dan TerAvest (Washington State University) at the Africa RISING East and Southern Africa Research Review and Planning Meeting, Arusha, Tanzania, 1-5 October 2012
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The document discusses strategies for increasing agricultural production and surplus in Ekiti State, Nigeria. It argues that investing in quality seedlings and distributing them freely to farmers could substantially increase crop yields within two farming seasons, leading to self-sufficiency and surplus. The government is encouraged to partner with the private sector to commercialize and industrialize the agricultural surplus, with the ultimate goal of a private sector-led agricultural economy.
Oats as a Potential High Altitude Winter Fodder Crop - Promoting a Productive...copppldsecretariat
Soeyaksa, a semi-nomadic community inhabits the high altitude rangelands in Bhutan. Due to rugged topography and cold temperature, livestock rearing is the only agricultural activity practiced by this community who experienced the lack of winter fodder as a major issue in year 2001. Owing to which a fodder promotional program was initiated. This included on-farm tests to compare oats with the traditional fodder crop,
This Potential GP note captures how a fodder promotional program has immensely benefited alpine communities during seven years of continued efforts and unfailing support, concluding that the program should be scaled-up in similar alpine areas of Bhutan. The introduction of Oats as a winter fodder resulted in less labour demand, reduced animal mortality and increased lactation period. Above all, the adoption of introduced winter fodder saved time for women and they were able to participate in other development activities.
[ Originally posted on http://www.cop-ppld.net/cop_knowledge_base ]
- NIRMAN is a grassroots environmental group working on conservation, ecological agriculture, and sustainable livelihoods through literacy programs.
- They are implementing several "System of..." initiatives including the Sustainable Sugarcane Initiative (SSI) which promotes growing sugarcane with less inputs and water using techniques like nursery raising, wider spacing, and organic nutrient management.
- SSI aims to address problems sugarcane farmers face like rising costs, low yields, water depletion, and climate vulnerabilities. It has led to higher yields, lower costs, and additional incomes from intercropping compared to conventional practices.
The document discusses NIRMAN's Sustainable Sugarcane Initiative (SSI) in Odisha, India. SSI promotes more productive sugarcane cultivation using less water, seeds, and inputs through practices like raising nurseries, transplanting young seedlings in wider rows, and integrated nutrient management. Farmers adopting SSI achieved higher yields of over 46 tons/acre compared to 32 tons/acre from conventional methods. The initiative has expanded from 1 district in 2009 to involve over 600 farmers across 6 districts and 350 acres by 2012.
Abstract
Storage of sweetpotato roots for a prolonged period is a great challenge at the smallholder farmer level in Mozambique. Piecemeal harvesting allows a continuous supply of roots for household consumption for several months if weevil infestation is avoided. No systematic study has been done to look at the dynamic changes in yield and nutritional content among orange-fleshed sweetpotato (OFSP) cultivars harvested at different times in Mozambique. The objectives of the studies were to determine yield and changes in key macro- and micronutrients associated with early or late harvesting of OFSP cultivars in Mozambique. Four trials were established at Gurué in December 2015. The trials were classified into harvesting period, 3, 4, 5, and 6 months. Each trial had 30 OFSP cultivars laid in a randomised complete block design with three replications. Twenty-two of the cultivars are already released in Mozambique, 2 are elite clones, and 3 are common checks in 2016. Yield measurements were done in the field and samples were selected and sent to the quality laboratory in Maputo for determination of dry matter (%), β-carotene (mg/100g dry weight basis [dwb]), iron (mg/100g dwb), zinc (mg/100g dwb), and carbohydrate content, including starch, using near-infrared spectrometry. Data of the collected traits were analysed using R. The cultivars had significant differences in the measured traits within each harvesting period and among the harvesting dates. Yield and dry matter sharply rose as the harvesting period increased from the date of planting. Sweetpotato is perennial, hence partitioning of photosynthates to the storage roots is a continuous process. Dry matter, starch, iron, and β-carotene increased linearly in some cultivars as harvesting was prolonged; zinc was not affected by harvesting period. Genotype x environment interaction was small for the quality traits. Stability of micronutrients is essential for piecemeal harvesting. The study allowed accurate grouping of the cultivars tested into maturity groups as this was never done before
Abilio Alvaro
Nigeria NRCP results from Ibadan 2009/10 – with NRCRI,Nigeria Harvest Plus Product Development and Delivery Plan,Yellow Cassava Distribution from Nigeria.
Cover crops can help control erosion in several Midwestern counties where erosion rates exceed tolerable levels. Farmers are increasingly using cover crops to improve soil health, control weeds, and reduce nutrient leaching. Effective cover crop systems match specific cover crop species to objectives like grazing or scavenging nutrients. Cover crops require planning to optimize establishment and termination timing. Innovation from farmer pioneers shows potential for cover crops to improve soil structure and increase crop yields.
Kuching | Jan-15 | Pelletisation of musa acuminata balbisiana and musa patadi...Smart Villages
Given by Nazeri Abdul Rahman
The second in our series of workshops designed to gather input from stakeholders involved in existing off-grid projects in Africa, Asia and Latin America. This event is workshop scheduled to be held in Malaysia for the ASEAN countries will be organised by the Academy of Sciences Malaysia (ASM) in collaboration with Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS).
Crop related interventions at the Kabe Watershed Pilot Project in Ethiopia, 2...ILRI
Presented by Awol Mohammed and Agegnehu Mekonnen (Sirinka Agricultural Research Center, ARARI) at the Workshop on the Lessons and Success Stories from a Pilot Project on Climate Change Adaptation Interventions in Kabe watershed, south Wollo, Ethiopia, Addis Ababa, 11-12 February 2013
- Grain sorghum residue can be grazed in winter, providing similar nutrition to corn residue. It has an advantage of leaves being more readily consumed than corn stalks.
- Brown midrib sorghum has lower lignin content which increases digestibility. In studies, it increased average daily gain of cattle by 0.36 lbs compared to conventional sorghum residue.
- Cover crops like oats, winter rye and triticale can be used to provide grazing in fall and spring. Planting date and variety selection impacts yield and quality for grazing livestock.
Evaluation of elite potato clones for drought tolerance in western UgandaILRI
Presented by Imelda Kashaija, Vasiter Kesiime and Prossy Namugga (Kachwekano Zonal Agricultural Research and Development Institute (NARO- KAZARDI)) at the First Bio-Innovate Regional Scientific Conference, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 25-27 February 2013
The document summarizes research on the yield and nutritional quality of orange-fleshed sweetpotato cultivars in Mozambique when harvested at different times. Key findings include:
- Storage root yield and nutrients like beta-carotene, iron, and zinc varied between cultivars depending on the harvest period, with some cultivars maintaining higher levels later in harvest periods.
- Root quality measures like size, damage from weevils and other causes also varied between cultivars and tended to decline in later harvest periods.
- Nutritional components like dry matter, starch, and sugar levels fluctuated between cultivars and harvest periods.
Old man saltbush is a key species for grazing systems in dry areas of Australia. Researchers screened over 80,000 saltbush plants from 27 locations to develop superior cultivars. They identified significant variation in traits like biomass and palatability. Based on multi-year trials of over 20,000 plants, they selected elite clones and are developing seed cultivars to improve establishment and reduce costs for farmers. The new cultivars show promise to boost the resilience and productivity of grazing lands across southern Australia.
This document summarizes research on using switchgrass and perennial grasses for biofuel production. The main conclusion is that the US can displace over 30% of current petroleum consumption by 2030 using crop residues and biomass from perennial crops like switchgrass to produce cellulosic ethanol. Research has shown that switchgrass is well-suited as a biofuel feedstock because it is native, low-input, high-yielding, supports soil and wildlife conservation, and can be harvested with existing farm equipment. USDA and university researchers have made progress in improving switchgrass through breeding programs and optimizing its management through studies of harvest timing, nitrogen fertilization needs, and cultivar evaluations.
Non-monetary inputs play an important role in sustainable cropping systems. Some key non-monetary inputs include tillage practices, time of sowing, plant population, choice of crops and varieties, pest management, and weed management. For example, minimum or zero tillage can reduce costs while maintaining yield through improved soil health. Proper timing and plant spacing are also crucial for optimizing yields. Selecting drought-tolerant or pest-resistant varieties suited to local conditions helps maximize productivity with fewer purchased inputs. Integrated pest management and intercropping can also control pests and weeds at low cost. Together, optimizing these non-monetary factors through agroecological practices is important for profitable and sustainable
Rapid assessment planning for on farm sustainability toolkit 12-2008Sharon Lezberg
The Rapid Assessment Planning for on farm Sustainability Toolkit was developed for a conference presentation with women and minority farmers. The toolkit provides a rapid method for farmers to develop Environmental Management Plans to improve sustainability on farm. This is a draft toolkit, but contains exercises that farmers can use with family and staff to improve farm sustainability.
This document summarizes research on women farmers in Wisconsin, focusing on those in direct marketing and dairy. It describes the methods used, including surveys of 373 women in direct marketing and 211 in dairy. Key findings include: Most women direct market farmers operate under 100 acres and raise vegetables, poultry, beef and tree fruit. They are more likely to work off-farm compared to dairy farmers. Most dairy farmers operate conventionally with 188 owned and 75 rented acres and 87 cows on average. Both groups commonly use conservation practices like plans and no-till. Outreach can be improved through better websites and targeting underused programs. The most important information sources are other farmers and internet, while Extension is only occasionally consulted.
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Oats as a Potential High Altitude Winter Fodder Crop - Promoting a Productive...copppldsecretariat
Soeyaksa, a semi-nomadic community inhabits the high altitude rangelands in Bhutan. Due to rugged topography and cold temperature, livestock rearing is the only agricultural activity practiced by this community who experienced the lack of winter fodder as a major issue in year 2001. Owing to which a fodder promotional program was initiated. This included on-farm tests to compare oats with the traditional fodder crop,
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- NIRMAN is a grassroots environmental group working on conservation, ecological agriculture, and sustainable livelihoods through literacy programs.
- They are implementing several "System of..." initiatives including the Sustainable Sugarcane Initiative (SSI) which promotes growing sugarcane with less inputs and water using techniques like nursery raising, wider spacing, and organic nutrient management.
- SSI aims to address problems sugarcane farmers face like rising costs, low yields, water depletion, and climate vulnerabilities. It has led to higher yields, lower costs, and additional incomes from intercropping compared to conventional practices.
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Abstract
Storage of sweetpotato roots for a prolonged period is a great challenge at the smallholder farmer level in Mozambique. Piecemeal harvesting allows a continuous supply of roots for household consumption for several months if weevil infestation is avoided. No systematic study has been done to look at the dynamic changes in yield and nutritional content among orange-fleshed sweetpotato (OFSP) cultivars harvested at different times in Mozambique. The objectives of the studies were to determine yield and changes in key macro- and micronutrients associated with early or late harvesting of OFSP cultivars in Mozambique. Four trials were established at Gurué in December 2015. The trials were classified into harvesting period, 3, 4, 5, and 6 months. Each trial had 30 OFSP cultivars laid in a randomised complete block design with three replications. Twenty-two of the cultivars are already released in Mozambique, 2 are elite clones, and 3 are common checks in 2016. Yield measurements were done in the field and samples were selected and sent to the quality laboratory in Maputo for determination of dry matter (%), β-carotene (mg/100g dry weight basis [dwb]), iron (mg/100g dwb), zinc (mg/100g dwb), and carbohydrate content, including starch, using near-infrared spectrometry. Data of the collected traits were analysed using R. The cultivars had significant differences in the measured traits within each harvesting period and among the harvesting dates. Yield and dry matter sharply rose as the harvesting period increased from the date of planting. Sweetpotato is perennial, hence partitioning of photosynthates to the storage roots is a continuous process. Dry matter, starch, iron, and β-carotene increased linearly in some cultivars as harvesting was prolonged; zinc was not affected by harvesting period. Genotype x environment interaction was small for the quality traits. Stability of micronutrients is essential for piecemeal harvesting. The study allowed accurate grouping of the cultivars tested into maturity groups as this was never done before
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- Brown midrib sorghum has lower lignin content which increases digestibility. In studies, it increased average daily gain of cattle by 0.36 lbs compared to conventional sorghum residue.
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- Root quality measures like size, damage from weevils and other causes also varied between cultivars and tended to decline in later harvest periods.
- Nutritional components like dry matter, starch, and sugar levels fluctuated between cultivars and harvest periods.
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This document summarizes research on using switchgrass and perennial grasses for biofuel production. The main conclusion is that the US can displace over 30% of current petroleum consumption by 2030 using crop residues and biomass from perennial crops like switchgrass to produce cellulosic ethanol. Research has shown that switchgrass is well-suited as a biofuel feedstock because it is native, low-input, high-yielding, supports soil and wildlife conservation, and can be harvested with existing farm equipment. USDA and university researchers have made progress in improving switchgrass through breeding programs and optimizing its management through studies of harvest timing, nitrogen fertilization needs, and cultivar evaluations.
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Webinar Recording: https://www.panagenda.com/webinars/hcl-notes-and-domino-license-cost-reduction-in-the-world-of-dlau/
The introduction of DLAU and the CCB & CCX licensing model caused quite a stir in the HCL community. As a Notes and Domino customer, you may have faced challenges with unexpected user counts and license costs. You probably have questions on how this new licensing approach works and how to benefit from it. Most importantly, you likely have budget constraints and want to save money where possible. Don’t worry, we can help with all of this!
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2. Agenda
• Overview of BION2: Bioenergy Crop
Production and Harvesting
• Research data from MI
• Handling and logistics
3. BIOEN2: Bioenergy Crops
2.1 Analyzing the economics of bioenergy crop
production
• Cost-benefit analysis in farm decision-making
• Bioenergy crop budgets
• Analyzing potential markets
• Federal and state incentive programs for
production of biomass
4. BIOEN2: Bioenergy Crops
2.2 Bioenergy Crop Production: a crop by crop
analysis
• Crop production
– 19 fact sheets
– Crop Comparison Matrix
• Energy Potential Box
15. Cass County (Edward Lowe
Foundation)
2010 2011
Yield1 Ethanol2 Yield1 Ethanol2
Switchgrass 3.57 303.5 7.28 618.8 a
Indiangrass 5.02 426.7 6.97 592.5 ab
Miscanthus 3.77 320.5 6.56 557.6 ab
Big Bluestem 3.07 261.0 3.43 291.6 b
1 tons of dry matter/acre
2 tons/acre X 85 gal/ton = gal of ethanol/acre
3 Ethanol yield calculated at 2.8 gallons per bushel for corn grain.
17. Energy Sorghum
High Biomass Sorghum Photoperiod Sensitive Sorghum
12-13 foot tall 14-15 foot tall
Produced seed head No seed head
10.87 tons DM per acre 8.53 tons DM per acre
KBS KBS
18. Ottawa County (GVSU)
2010 2011
Yield1 Ethanol2 Yield1 Ethanol2
Switchgrass 1.9 161.5 6.48 550.8
Miscanthus 2.88 244.8 8.96 761.6
Sweet Sorghum 6.7 572.1 - -
Corn grain 68.0 190.4 - -
Corn stover 3.6 303.5 - -
1 tons of dry matter/acre
2 tons/acre X 85 gal/ton = gal of ethanol/acre
3 Ethanol yield cacluated at 2.8 gallons per bushel for corn grain.
20. Miscanthus Establishment
• Purpose: compare transplants started in
greenhouse to planting bare rhizomes in non-
irrigated soil
• Treatments:
– m-root = bare root planted directly in soil
– m-trans = live plant grown for 8 weeks in
greenhouse
In partnership with and funded by
the Energy Biosciences Institute at
the University of Illinois.
25. Switchgrass Variety Trial (KBS)
Yield (tons DM/acre)
Ecotype Year 1 Year 2 Year 3
Alamo L a 3.59 3.87
Blackwell U a 4.51 4.67
Cave-in-Rock U a 4.22 4.48
Dakota U a 1.71 1.81
EG 1101 L 1.44 2.42 -
EG 1102 L 2.18 4.08 -
EG 2101 U 0.94 2.41 -
Kanlow L a 2.62 4.40
NE28 L a 2.53 2.47
Shelter U 0.90 2.12 -
Southlow U a 2.44 3.46
Trailblazer U a 2.25 2.30
aIn varieties established in 2009, yield data was not collected due to the fact that mowing was needed for weed control.
L=lowland ecotype (typically out produces upland, grown in southern states)
U=upland ecotype (better overwinter survival in northern states like Michigan)
27. Biomass Feedstock Sources
Amount needed
to reach U.S.
bioenergy goals
Forest
• Logging residues
Forest
• Excess timber (fuel treatments)
• Fuel wood
• Processing residues
• Pulping liquors
Agricultural
Agricultural
• Crop residues
• Grains Total
• Perennial Grasses
• Woody crops
• Food processing waste
0 500 1000 1500
• Municipal solid waste
Million Dry Tons Per Year
Source: Biomass as Feedstock for a Bioenergy and Bioproducts Industry: The Technical
Feasibility of a Billion-Ton Annual Supply, U.S. Department of Energy and U.S. Department
of Agriculture, April 2005.
28. Density
125,000 acres Physical
1000 lbs/(36” x 48” x 96”) = 10.42 lb/ft3
115,000 acres Physical
56 lbs/1.24 ft3 = 45.16 lb/ft3
50. So which system is better?
Bales Bulk
• More dense • Less dense - requires
• Easier for farmer to handle packing equip for
• Cheaper at the farm end transportation
• Saves de-twine, de-bale and
chop operations at
biorefinery
• Cheaper at biorefinery
51. Other issues
• Year round supply – can’t deliver all at harvest
• Storage on farm
– Covered bales
– Bunker silo
• Equipment cost – baler is much cheaper
52.
53. Cellulosic Ethanol
• How close is it?
• 3-5 years?
• Poet Ethanol
– Reduced energy use, enzyme costs, raw material
requirements and capital expenses (Dec. 09)
$4.13
$2. 35
Photo by Dr. Cole Gustafson, NDSU
54. Cellulosic Ethanol
• How close is it?
• 3-5 years?
• Genera Energy
• $1.65 cash costs + $0.30 capital costs
$2. 00