Dual use of leucaena for bioenergy and animal feed in Thailand

Tudsri, Sayan; Chotchutima, Songyos; Nakamanee, Karnda; Kangwansaichol, Kunn

doi:10.17138/tgft(7)193-199

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“…Its kernel oil can be converted into biodiesel [ 138 , 139 ], leaving a defatted residue as a by-product that can be conveniently valorized for bioethanol production [ 140 ] or for feed-making purposes. In addition, some Leucaena cultivars, such as the Terramba, can be used for short rotation coppicing that can be conveniently integrated with the recovery of the leave mass that can be addressed to the livestock feeding [ 141 ]. It is rich in several phytochemicals that make its seeds and leaves a promising source of pharmacological compounds also for veterinary applications.…”

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A Multipurpose Leguminous Plant for the Mediterranean Countries: Leucaena leucocephala as an Alternative Protein Source: A Review

Angelis

Gasco

Parisi

et al. 2021

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In tropical and subtropical regions, as well as in the internal and/or marginal Mediterranean areas, one of the most important problems related to animal production is represented by the inadequate nutritional supplies. The low productivity of the animals, often connected to reduced annual growth, is, in fact, not infrequently attributable to the low nitrogen content and the high fiber content of the local plant species and crop residues that constitute the base ingredients of the rations commonly adopted by farmers. The use of the supplementation with arboreal and shrub fodder, although often containing anti-nutritional factors and toxins that limit its use, could be a profitable way to alleviate the nutritional deficiencies of the basic diets. Leucaena leucocephala (Lam.) De Wit is native to Central America and widely naturalized in the majority of Latin American countries. It is a legume suitable for tropical and subtropical environments including the countries of the Mediterranean area. Moreover, its spread is desirable if we consider the multiple uses to which it is suitable, the considerable amount of biomass produced, and its role in preserving the environment. The aim of this work was to highlight the characteristics of Leucaena that can justify its wide diffusion. A structured analysis of strengths and weaknesses was performed accordingly. Being a good protein source for feeding livestock, it could be a species to be introduced in the inland areas of the Mediterranean countries as an alternative protein source; the limit represented by the presence of anti-nutritional factors could be overcome by feed processing and by launching targeted research programs.

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Section: Swot Analysismentioning

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A Multipurpose Leguminous Plant for the Mediterranean Countries: Leucaena leucocephala as an Alternative Protein Source: A Review

Angelis

Gasco

Parisi

et al. 2021

Animals

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“…The performances of production and quality of forage are greatly affected by leaf condition [18]. The productions of forage plants are expressed after harvest, one of which is represented by leaf as one of the production components [19].…”

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The Application Of Liquid Fertilizer Made Of Traditional Market Organic Wastes On Growth Of Setaria Grass (Setaria splendida Stapf)

Hendarto

Suwarno²

2018

E3S Web Conf.

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There are hugh amount of traditional market organic wastes that may polute the environment. In general, the wastes are utilized for compost making and liquid fertilizer as well for plant. The use of liquid fertilizer from organic wastes of traditional markets opens up opportunities for misplaced cultivation of Setaria grass (Setaria splendida Stapf), which is required by ruminant farms. This research was conducted to evaluate the best mixture of water to the fertilizer in term of its effectiveness on the variables and experimental method using Completely Randomized Design. The treatments were: 6 doses of mixtures namely 0, 10, 20, 30, 40 and 50 liters of water, each of which was mixed with 10 liters of liquid fertilizer. The variables measured were the height, the numbers of tillers, the numbers of leaves, and canopy. The results of the study showed that the doses of water in the fertilizer did not indicate any significant differences (P > 0.05) on all variables being studied, however, the linear equation showed that greater concentrations of water in the fertilizer tended to decrease the growth of Setaria grass. Suggested use of water on the liquid fertilizer mixture should be not greater than 30 l – 10 l fertilizer.

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“…High herbage yields have been recorded as 16.53 tonnes/ha/yr in Hawaii, Australia, and southeast Asia (Youkhana & Idol, 2016). It can also be used as a renewable energy biomass resource for power generation, whereas also providing leafy material as a supplemental feedstock for livestock (Tudsri et al, 2019).…”

Section: Leucaena Hybridmentioning

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Biomass Feedstocks for Liquid Biofuels Production in Hawaii & Tropical Islands: A Review

Usman

Cheng

Cross

2021

Int. J. Renew. Energy Dev.

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Many tropical islands, including Aruba, Seychelles, Mauritius, and Pacific Island countries, are entirely dependent on importing fossil fuels to meet their energy demands. Due to global warming, improving energy use efficiency and developing regionally available renewable energy resources are necessary to reduce carbon emissions. This review analyzed and identified biomass feedstocks to produce liquid biofuels targeting tropical islands, particularly focusing on Hawaii as a case study. Transportation and energy generation sectors consume 25.5% and 11.6%, respectively, of Hawaii's imported fossil fuels. Various nonedible feedstocks with information on their availability, production, and average yields of oils, fiber, sugars, and lipid content for liquid biofuels production are identified to add value to the total energy mix. The available biomass conversion technologies and production costs are summarized. In addition, a section on potentially using sewage sludge to produce biodiesel is also included. Based on a comparative analysis of kamani, croton, pongamia, jatropha, energycane, Leucaena hybrid, gliricidia, and eucalyptus feedstock resources, this study proposes that Hawaii and other similar tropical regions can potentially benefit from growing and producing economical liquid biofuels locally, especially for the transportation and electricity generation sectors

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Dual use of leucaena for bioenergy and animal feed in Thailand

Cited by 7 publications

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A Multipurpose Leguminous Plant for the Mediterranean Countries: Leucaena leucocephala as an Alternative Protein Source: A Review

A Multipurpose Leguminous Plant for the Mediterranean Countries: Leucaena leucocephala as an Alternative Protein Source: A Review

The Application Of Liquid Fertilizer Made Of Traditional Market Organic Wastes On Growth Of Setaria Grass (Setaria splendida Stapf)

Biomass Feedstocks for Liquid Biofuels Production in Hawaii & Tropical Islands: A Review

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