Publications by authors named "David J Parrish"
Switchgrass cultivar/ecotype selection and management for biofuels in the upper southeast USA.
ScientificWorldJournal
March 2015
Switchgrass (Panicum virgatum L.), a perennial warm-season grass indigenous to the eastern USA, has potential as a biofuels feedstock. The objective of this study was to investigate the performance of upland and lowland switchgrass cultivars under different environments and management treatments.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFSelecting, establishing, and managing switchgrass (Panicum virgatum) for biofuels.
Methods Mol Biol
January 2010
Article Synopsis
- Switchgrass is a promising biofuel feedstock due to its adaptability and potential for improvement, requiring careful cultivar selection based on geographical location.
- Successful cultivation involves planting non-dormant seeds in warm soils using no-till methods, along with effective weed management, while being mindful of potential diseases and pests as acreage expands.
- Fertilization needs are relatively low, with recommendations for nitrogen based on harvest timing, and harvesting should ideally occur once or twice a year to maximize yield, considering the logistics of local processing technologies.