01/25/2019
Camelina for Biofuel Production

Camelina is a feedstock for biodiesel. Info on production and challenges; specific guides for US growing regions. Introduction Camelina (Camelina Sativa L. Crantz), sometimes called “false flax” is a member of the mustard (brassica) family. It contains 30 to 40% oil by weight. The oil is mostly unsaturated (90%) and is high in Omega-3 fatty acids making it