Evaluating the Effects of Climatic Parameters on Growth and Biomass Production of <i>Miscanthus</i> in Climate Conditions of Southern Slovakia

Abstract

Although the effects of climate change across the world and regions are different, its adverse effects on socioeconomic systems and landscapes are increasingly important and require an active solution. There is a gradual change of the main features of the territory, which also changes the possibility and the method of its use, as well as the structure of the population itself. Renewable energy plays a key role in the longterm strategy of the European Commission (a secure, competitive and decarbonized energy system in 2050), as outlined in its Energy Roadmap 2050 [1].

Evaluation of the Biomass of <i>Arundo donax</i> L. in the Context of Regional Bioenergetics

“…Agricultural land is a limited natural resource with increasing economic value. Bioenergy crops grown on agricultural land represent one of the alternative strategies to reduce the dependence on fossil fuels and greenhouse gas emissions due to their low carbon footprint [1][2][3][4][5].…”

Spring emergence and canopy development strategies in miscanthus hybrids in Mediterranean, continental and maritime European climates

“…This breeding strategy aims to maximise the active growth period (period in which crop biomass increases) within the vegetation period. The active growth period is defined by miscanthus biomass models as either: (1) the period between the last day of frost in spring and the first frost event in autumn (Clifton‐Brown et al, 2000; Hastings et al, 2009), or (2) days with an average daily temperature above 10°C (Kobayashi & Yokoi, 2017; Kotrla & Prcik, 2013, 2020). However, early emergence is only an effective strategy if the new shoots are not killed by late spring frosts (frost occurring at the beginning of the vegetation period).…”

Energy Assessment of Sorghum Cultivation in Southern Ukraine

“…Morozova et al [49] assessed methane yields from energy crops, including sweet sorghum. The impact of mean daily temperature and precipitation on sorghum yield was studied by Kiesel and Lewandowski [50], Zegada-Lizarazu et al [51], Kotrla and Prčík [52], etc. An evaluation of different production systems was carried out by López-Sandin et al [53].…”