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Journal of Biotechnology & Bioresearch

Field-Grown Switchgrass (Panicum virgatum L.) as a Bioenergy Feedstock: A Review of Phenotype Data Collection and Analysis

  • Open or CloseYetunde Rukayat Adesiyan1 and Peter Adeniyi Alaba2,3*

    1Department of Environmental and Geosciences, Sam Houston State University 1905 University Avenue, Huntsville, TX. 77340

    2Department of Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Malaya, 50603 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

    3Premium Edible Oil Product Limited, Alomaja Junction off Ibadan-Ijebu Ode Road, Idi-Ayunre, 200256 Ibadan, Oyo State

    *Corresponding author:Peter Adeniyi Alaba, Department of Chemical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Malaya, 50603 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and Premium Edible Oil Product Limited, Alomaja Junction off Ibadan-Ijebu Ode Road, Idi-Ayunre, 200256 Ibadan, Oyo State, Malaysia

Submission: November 14, 2024;Published: December 13, 2024

Abstract

Switchgrass (Panicum virgatum L.) is noted for its high biomass yield and adaptability, making it a remarkable bioenergy source. Improving switchgrass for biofuel requires efficient collection and analysis of phenotype data. This review evaluates current methods and emphasizes the necessity of standardized, comprehensive data collection to enable reliable comparisons across studies. It examines the complex interplay between switchgrass genotypes and environmental conditions, advocating for extensive field tests and predictive models to create site-specific management strategies. The review emphasizes significant advancements in high-throughput phenotyping tools, including drones, hyperspectral imaging, and machine learning, which enhance data collection by increasing speed, accuracy, and detail. By integrating these cutting-edge technologies with a standardized methodology, this study establishes a framework for improving the efficiency and sustainability of biofuel production from switchgrass. It also offers practical recommendations for optimizing switchgrass as a bioenergy source.

Keywords:Switchgrass; Bioenergy feedstock; Phenotype data collection; High-throughput phenotyping; Genotype-by-environment interactions

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