Key Questions Answered in this Section
- What are the major crops contributing to biomass feedstock production in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu?
- Which regions in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu are known for cultivation of prominent crops?
- Which types of biomass residues are generated in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu?
- What are the biomass clusters in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu?
- How is the biomass supply chain in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu?
- How much rice straw and husk is generated in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu?
- How much sugarcane trash and bagasse is generated in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu?
Understanding the biomass supply chain in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu is crucial for optimizing the utilization of agri residues and enhancing the region’s bioenergy potential.
Major Crops Grown
| Crop | Production (Million Tons Per Annum) |
| Rice | 0.003 |
| Sugarcane | 0.001 |
The cultivation of these crops results in substantial biomass feedstock, contributing significantly to Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu’s bioeconomy.
Residue Generation
| Crop | Residue Parts | Production (Million Tons) |
| Rice | Straw, husk | 0.004 |
| Sugarcane | Trash, bagasse | 0.005 |
Efficient management of these crop residues is essential for developing a sustainable biomass supply chain in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu.
Utilization of Crop Residues at the Farmer’s Level in Dadra and Nagar Haveli
- Essential Usage for Livestock
Residues from Bajra, Banana, Jowar, Maize, Moong, Ragi, and Small Millets are extensively used as cattle feed. - Specific Usage in Fertilizer Preparation
- Agricultural residues such as leaves of Mango, Sapota, Coconut fronds, and residues of Moong are primarily used to make compost fertilizers.
- Fuel Usage for Domestic Needs
- Coconut shells and stalks of Paddy, Pulses, and Wheat are commonly utilized as domestic fuel.
- Field Preparation through Residue Burning
- Stubbles of Rice, Soybean, Bajra, Jowar, and Wheat are burned in open fields to prepare the land for further sowing.
- Commercial Applications
Farmers earn additional revenue by selling crop residues to briquetting or biomass plants, creating an economic avenue for agricultural byproducts.
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