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Biomass: Why?

New Agricultural Economy

Lignocellulosic biomass, which is the only sufficiently prevalent sustainable resource for conversion into chemicals, plastics and fuels, is the most abundant organic material in Africa and on earth. It is composed of four major components: cellulose, hemicellulose, lignin and water. Continue reading

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Corncobs

Corncobs are an ideal feedstock for biorefineries

Corncobs have the highest energy density of all the agricultural residues. However, since the arrival of the cobine harvesters, the cobs are left on the field. Below you’ll see some references on how they can be harvested on the go. Also, in many parts of the world and for maize seed production, the whole ear is harvested and the cobs are then available at the side of the field, at a maize mill or the seed company. Continue reading

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