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Development of Dryland Oilseed Production Systems in Northwestern Region of the USA

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This report addresses the development of dryland oilseed crops to provide feedstock for production of biofuels in semi-arid portions of the northwestern USA. Bioenergy feedstocks derived from Brassica oilseed crops have been considered for production of hydrotreated renewable jet fuel, but crop growth and yields in the northwestern region are limited by a lack of plant available water. Based on a review of the scientific literature, several areas were identified where research could be directed to provide improvements. The current agronomic limitations for oilseed production are mainly due to seedling establishment under extreme heat, dry seedbeds at optimum planting times, survival under extreme cold, and interspecific competition with weeds. To improve emergence and stand establishment, future work should focus on developing soil management and seeding techniques that optimize plant available water, reduce heat stress, and provide a competitive advantage against weeds that are customized for specific crops, soil types, and soil and environmental conditions. Spring and winter cultivars are needed that offer increased seedling vigor, drought resistance, and cold tolerance.

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This report was supported by Research Grant Awards [2012-10008-19727 and 2011-68002-30191] from the United States Department of Agriculture, National Institute of Food and Agriculture and the Washington State Biofuel Cropping Systems Project [8016].

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Long, D.S., Young, F.L., Schillinger, W.F. et al. Development of Dryland Oilseed Production Systems in Northwestern Region of the USA. Bioenerg. Res. 9, 412–429 (2016). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12155-016-9719-1

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