Potential for genetic improvement of sugarcane as a source of biomass for biofuels

Sugarcane (Saccharum spp. hybrids) has great potential as a major feedstock for biofuel production worldwide. It is considered among the best options for producing biofuels today due to an exceptional biomass production capacity, high carbohydrate (sugar+fiber) content and a favorable energy input/o...

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Main Authors: Nam V. Hoang, Agnelo eFurtado, Frederik C. Botha, Blake A. Simmons, Robert J. Henry
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2015-11-01
Series:Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology
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Online Access:http://journal.frontiersin.org/Journal/10.3389/fbioe.2015.00182/full