Effects of re-ensiling on the fermentation quality and microbial community of Napier grass (Pennisetum purpureum) silage.
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DOI: 10.1002/jsfa.11147
Abstract: BACKGROUND With the rapid development of animal husbandry, silage trade has increased in frequency. The re-ensiling of materials is often required before or after trading, resulting in the exposure of the silage to air before… read more here.
Keywords: silage; fermentation quality; napier grass; grass ... See more keywords
Effects of wilting in a cloudy day and storage temperatures on the fermentation quality and microbial community of Napier grass silage.
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DOI: 10.1002/jsfa.11792
Abstract: BACKGROUND Wilting affects the chemical compositions and epiphytic microorganisms of grasses to some extent, thereby influencing the fermentation characteristics of silage. The present research investigated the effects of wilting in a cloudy day and ensiling… read more here.
Keywords: napier grass; cloudy day; wilting cloudy; acid ... See more keywords
In-situ Upgrading of Napier Grass Pyrolysis Vapour Over Microporous and Hierarchical Mesoporous Zeolites
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DOI: 10.1007/s12649-017-9925-x
Abstract: This study presents in-situ upgrading of pyrolysis vapour derived from Napier grass over microporous and mesoporous ZSM-5 catalysts. It evaluates effect of process variables such catalyst–biomass ratio and catalyst type in a vertical fixed bed… read more here.
Keywords: pyrolysis; napier grass; situ upgrading; catalyst ... See more keywords
Effects of supplementation of Brachiaria brizantha cv. Piatá and Napier grass with Desmodium distortum on feed intake, digesta kinetics and milk production in crossbred dairy cows
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DOI: 10.1016/j.aninu.2018.01.006
Abstract: This study was planned to analyse the basis that make Brachiaria species with greater feeding value than Napier grass (Pennisetum purpureum) for lactating dairy cows. Forty lactating crossbred cows were stall-fed on Brachiariabrizantha cv. Piatá… read more here.
Keywords: napier grass; supplementation; grass; brizantha piat ... See more keywords
Pretreatment of extruded Napier grass byhydrothermal process with dilute sulfuric acid and fermentation using a cellulose-hydrolyzing and xylose-assimilating yeast for ethanol production.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.biortech.2021.126071
Abstract: One of the potential bioresources for bioethanol production is Napier grass, considering its high cellulose and hemicellulose content. However, the cost of pretreatment hinders the bioethanol produced from being economical. This study examines the effect… read more here.
Keywords: napier grass; acid; process dilute; fermentation ... See more keywords
Potential of Napier grass with cadmium-resistant bacterial inoculation on cadmium phytoremediation and its possibility to use as biomass fuel.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2018.03.039
Abstract: This work mainly aims to explore the potential of synergistic use of cadmium-resistant bacteria and Napier grass to promote cadmium phytoremediation and the possibility of using the harvested Napier grass for biomass fuel. A pot… read more here.
Keywords: cadmium phytoremediation; cadmium resistant; biomass; napier grass ... See more keywords
Reinforcement of surface-modified cellulose nanofibrils extracted from Napier grass stem in natural rubber composites
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DOI: 10.1016/j.indcrop.2021.113881
Abstract: Abstract Cellulose nanofibrils (CNFs) were prepared from Napier grass stems via alkalization, bleaching and sulfuric acid hydrolysis treatments and subsequently characterized by various techniques. Transmission electron microscopy (TEM) confirmed that CNFs with average diameter of… read more here.
Keywords: napier grass; rubber; natural rubber; cellulose nanofibrils ... See more keywords
Upgrading of Napier grass pyrolytic oil using microporous and hierarchical mesoporous zeolites: products distribution, composition and reaction pathways
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jclepro.2017.06.105
Abstract: Reaction pathways in ex-situ catalytic upgrading of pyrolytic oil towards formation of specific products such as hydrocarbons are still not well established due to the presence of many different organic components in the raw pyrolytic… read more here.
Keywords: pyrolytic oil; mesoporous zeolites; hierarchical mesoporous; zeolite ... See more keywords
Enhanced simultaneous saccharification and fermentation of Napier grass and Napier silage for two stage bio-hydrogen and methane production using organosolv and hydrothermal
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DOI: 10.1016/j.matchemphys.2021.124614
Abstract: Abstract This study aims to enhance the simultaneous saccharification and fermentation (SSF) of Napier grass and silage for two-stage bio-hydrogen and methane production using organosolv and hydrothermal pretreatments. The organosolv pretreatment of Napier grass and… read more here.
Keywords: grass silage; napier grass; methane; silage ... See more keywords
Trial of Biopellet Prepared by Napier Grass
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DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.2c03434
Abstract: Pelletization from nonwoody biomass has gained a lot of attention due to its potential to secure biomass feedstock supply and pricing. Studies have been conducted to produce biopellets from different parts of Napier grass plant.… read more here.
Keywords: grass; prepared napier; trial biopellet; biopellet prepared ... See more keywords
Structural and metabolic adaptation of cellulolytic microcosm in co-digested Napier grass-swine manure and its application in enhancing thermophilic biogas production
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DOI: 10.1039/c8ra05616a
Abstract: Biogas production from cellulosic wastes has received increasing attention. However, its efficiency is limited by the recalcitrant nature of plant cell wall materials. In this study, an active and structurally stable lignocellulolytic microcosm (PLMC) was… read more here.
Keywords: biogas production; swine manure; napier grass; metabolic adaptation ... See more keywords