Title:
An Innovative Harvesting Sysytem for Multipurpose Hemp
Author(s):
Pari, L., Alfano, V., Scarfone, A.
Document(s):
Paper
Poster
Abstract:
The industrial hemp (Canapa sativa L.) is a crop cultivated for multiple uses; the products are obtained from different plant parts such as seeds, leaves, and stem. From an agronomical point of view, some problems remain for the cultivation of hemp especially on the selection of stable varieties and on gaps in harvesting technologies, which impede the full exploitation of the species.This study aimed at testing the performance of a new machine used for the combined harvesting of hemp seeds and fibers. In particular, machine productivity and work quality were assessed in a field test respect a specific timeframe.Results indicatedinteresting performances, with good productivity and good work quality, basically in line with the performance of other combines used in other common crops.
Keywords:
harvesting, hemp, fiber, seeds, combine
Topic:
Biomass Resources
Subtopic:
Biomass crops and energy grasses
Event:
24th European Biomass Conference and Exhibition
Session:
1DV.1.40
Pages:
356 - 358
ISBN:
978-88-89407-165
Paper DOI:
10.5071/24thEUBCE2016-1DV.1.40
Price:
FREE
