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Programme for the Development of Alternative Biofuel Crops

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Hypothesis: Biofuels can be sustainably produced, improved livelihoods and contribute to rural development.Bioenergy products: Straight vegetable oil (SVO) and biodiesel for running agricultural machinery (e.g tractors, irrigation pumps) and power generators. Biogas and briquttes for cooking.Co-Products: Animal feed, organic fertilizer, bio-pesticides and/or other bio-based products, depending on the species and household preferences.
    Publication year

    2017

    Authors

    Ciannella R; Prabhu, R.

    Language

    English

    Keywords

    biofuel crops, livelihoods, oilseed

    Geographic

    India, Brazil, Kenya

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