Choosing the Right Feedstock for Your Bio-CNG or Biomass Pellet Plant
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Read Article →Napier Grass: The Perfect Feedstock for Bio-CNG and Biomass Pellets
Learn why Napier Grass stands as India's most sustainable and high-yield feedstock for Bio-CNG and bio-pellet production.
Napier Grass (Pennisetum purpureum) — also called Elephant Grass — is emerging as the preferred feedstock for green energy in India.
1. Yield and Energy Content
Napier offers up to 250–300 tons/acre/year under optimized irrigation. Its biogas yield can reach 180–220 m³/ton, and calorific value for pellets is 3,800–4,000 kcal/kg.
2. Climate and Geographical Adaptation
- Thrives in tropical and subtropical India.
- Varieties like CO-3 and CO-5 show high methane yields.
- Minimal fertilizer requirement, grows even in semi-arid zones.
3. Dual Use Advantage
Napier can be used for both Bio-CNG digestion and biomass pelletization, making it a true circular economy crop.
4. Agronomic Edge
- Perennial crop, harvested every 60 days.
- Sequesters CO₂ and restores degraded soil.
- Suitable for intercropping with legumes.
Hastus Insight: Hastus promotes contract farming clusters for Napier cultivation, ensuring feedstock security and rural income stability.
