TARGET MARKETS

There are 60 million acres available for dedicated energy crops in the United States, according to the Departments of Energy and Agriculture. This means that more states can participate in the production of biofuels, which is largely limited to the Corn Belt right now.

We are also evaluating international markets.

Switchgrass
Miscanthus
Energycane
Sorghum
Woody Crops

Crop traits

Ceres is developing a diverse portfolio of products and traits to maximize the potential of energy crops, with a special focus on making marginal acres more productive. Ultimately, local farm and market economics will determine the best mix of crops and products for each region.

Crop Traits	Energycane	Miscanthus	Poplar	Sorghum	Switchgrass
Efficient photosynthesis	■	■		■	■
Long canopy duration	■	■	■	■	■
Nutrients recycled to roots		■			■
Low crop inputs		■	■	■	■
Low fossil fuel inputs		■	■		■
Adapted to marginal land		■	■	■	■
Minimal pests/plant diseases		■			■
Non-invasive or sterile	■	■	■	■	■
Easily removed	■	■		■	■
Winter standing	■	■	■		■
High water-use efficiency	■	■		■	■
Planted by seed				■	■
Harvest first year				■