AO BIOMASS+: Advances in Yield and Resilience of Energy Crops
Biomass production is essential for energy valorization in agriculture. It can be optimized through targeted plant mixtures like our AO BIOMASS+. This formulation, tested over three years, reveals exceptional productivity, both in grain harvest and immature harvest.
The Ramdam triticale, included in the mixture, is renowned for its ability to generate abundant straw and grain biomass. Its high yield pairs perfectly with our forage pea Asteroid. This Afila variety with white flowers, notable for its tannin-free grains, promotes optimal digestion and offers added value for pig feed. Besides its nutritional qualities, Asteroid significantly contributes to the energy density of the mixture. Its structural robustness and increased cold tolerance provide the ideal characteristics for energy-oriented biomass crops.
The complementarity of Ramdam and Asteroid in AO BIOMASS+ offers a holistic solution. It allows for the increase of biomass production per unit area while improving crop resilience to abiotic stress. Integrating this mixture into agronomic cropping systems not only results in higher yield but also actively contributes to improving the energy management of the agricultural operation.
Fenice: Innovation in Six-Row Barley for Dual Valorization
Fenice, our latest advancement in six-row barley, is at the forefront with its extremely early JNO maturity. This opens the way for dual use: in grain and biomass. This variety is characterized by its tall stature and remarkable resistance to lodging. It offers an opportunity for a very advanced CIVE (Intermediate Crop for Energy Purpose) harvest for the successful establishment of a secondary crop.
The cycle of Fenice is similar to the sought-after type like that of KWS Jaguar.
It is especially suited for those seeking unparalleled versatility and an extended growing window. Fenice allows strategic integration into crop sequences aimed at optimizing soil occupation and biomass production efficiency. Fenice is more than a seed. It is a strategic choice for the modern farmer. Thus, they can maximize resource use and profitability while preserving the ecological integrity of their land.
