Researchers aim to unlock potential of Canada's next oilseed
Camelina (False Flax), known for its hardy growing nature and high oil content is the subject of a unique research project linking researchers across
"It's a project with enormous potential," says
Armstrong is referring to the many commercial possibilities of camelina. In Atlantic
The biofuels world is also very interested in camelina oil as a 'green' source of fuel, particularly for jets, one of the biggest carbon producers. Testing in the last 18 months has shown camelina to be an outstanding jet fuel replacement, with above average reductions in carbon emissions in production and processing.
From an agricultural perspective, camelina can grow in harsher conditions than many other plants, meaning it can be grown on lands not reserved for food crops, and could provide a rotational cash crop.
"The foundation of the genetic information, coupled with the immense expertise of the Canadian agriculture and aquaculture research community, could make this the next 'Made in
Other institutions with a major role in the project include the Nova Scotia Agricultural College, Memorial University of Newfoundland, Agriculture and Agri-Food
Genome Atlantic is a not-for-profit organization committed to enabling large-scale gene-discovery projects that provide economic, environmental and social benefits to Atlantic
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