Long-Term Assessment of Miscanthus Productivity and Sustainability
- Nicholas Boersma (Iowa State University)
- Mauricio Tejera (Iowa State University)
- Emily Heaton (Iowa State University)
Abstract
Research has consistently shown Miscanthus × giganteus is among the most productive biomass crop options for the Midwestern U.S. However, because this perennial grass is a sterile hybrid, clonal propagation is required to establish new fields, which is achieved by digging and replanting rhizomes. Despite this challenge, and because of recent advances in planting technology, M. × giganteus production is economically competitive as a renewable solid fuel.
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Boersma, N., Tejera, M. & Heaton, E., (2017) “Long-Term Assessment of Miscanthus Productivity and Sustainability”, Iowa State University Research and Demonstration Farms Progress Reports 2016(1).
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