The pros and cons of Miscanthus -- uses more water, leaches less nitrogen

Thursday, September 9, 2010 - 12:28 in Mathematics & Economics

In the search for the perfect crop for biofuel production, Miscanthus has become the darling to many. But in an effort to not be charmed by its enormous potential for biomass production, researchers at the University of Illinois are taking a careful look at the pros and cons of its behavior in the field.

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