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jatrophaseeds
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Posted: Wed Jul 26th, 2006 03:40 pm |
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I have planted jatropha in 50 hectares. Jatropha Plant Growing Guidance can be got from the follwing few websites. The saplings are 1.5 ft now and I have now shifted them into the land. I have also tried seeds from some other countries but the seeds from India are the best ones available in the market. You can more details on Jatropha Seeds by visiting any of the following websites:
http://www.jatrophaseeds.com
http://www.jatrophaplantsource.com
http://www.biodieselmaking.com
David
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ecostar
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Posted: Wed Oct 4th, 2006 06:38 pm |
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Hi I am very much interested in growing Jatropha on a large scale. I need some guidence regarding the tools and equipment that are needed for -
1. Transfering the saplings to the ground
2. Pruning when needed
3. Picking up the ripe fruits
4. Extracting the seed.
5. Any other tools ?
I am newbee in this field but have immense interest to promote alternative fuels. Any help is very much appreciated.
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mmasse
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Posted: Wed Oct 18th, 2006 07:06 pm |
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Hi ecostar,
Did you get any info on this? I am looking for the same info and it has proven a very difficult task to find it.
thanks
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ecostar
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Posted: Thu Oct 19th, 2006 01:02 am |
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| No, I do not have any information about the equipment needed to grow the plantations on a commercial scale. Especially plucking the fruit from the tree. I need to know if there are any tools or machinery to do that. It seems like a labor intensive process if it has to be done manually.
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lstrydom
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Posted: Thu Oct 26th, 2006 09:50 am |
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Hi Ecostar,
info on your questions as follows:
1. Transfering the saplings to the ground
I'd suggest you talk to both your seed supplier, but more importantly to a forestry company. Forestry management companies have years of experience in planting and would therefore assist you the best.
2. Pruning when needed
It really depends on what your business model is, some companies propogate that you cut off the plant at about 75 cm or so to allow it to bush more, this also facilitates hand harvesting to ensure that the tree does not become too large. On the other hand if you want to have a large tree so that you can use automated nut harvesters then the you would look at initally pruning a single stem and allowing the tree to develop a thick enough stem for automated nut ahrvesting machinery
3. Picking up the ripe fruits
Again this depends on business model and technology. First, if you want the seeds to drop then your refinery must be able to handle higher free fatty acid content, dso you first have to secure this, second, you need irrigation or controlled climate to ensure relatively uniform ripening and dropping. If that is the case then suggest you look at sweeper machines in the nut harvesting industry.
4. Extracting the seed.
There are a number of expelling machines available both in Europe and from India, and the US - think a simple google search should cover that.
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lstrydom
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Posted: Thu Oct 26th, 2006 09:52 am |
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Please refer to my posting in this section as well as the Jatropa growing/harvesting section - hope it helps.
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peterlink
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Posted: Sun Nov 19th, 2006 10:14 am |
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Hi David,
I am about to come to the USA to create a Jatropha plantation in Florida. I have cloning technology and will need some local Jatropha plants to split and clone. Are you will to sell some of yours?
Can I give you a bit of advice - Be careful when studying information from the web site you listed - I have looked at them and a lot of it is a bit strange to me.
If you want seeds - I will have plenty in 12 months.
Regards,
Peter
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peterlink
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Posted: Sun Nov 19th, 2006 10:15 am |
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Hi ecostar,
Re your post of Oct 5.
There is very little tools and equipment in both small- and large-scale developments.
Regarding the specifics you mentioned:
1. Transferring the saplings to the ground - For a large scale the best way is to use a Planting Tractor.
2. Pruning when needed - I need to look up my data to get you the pics of the equipment. However, simply put, it is standard pruning tools that you can but anywhere.
3. Picking up the ripe fruits - This is done by hand - You can also adopt a pneumatic rake.
4. Extracting the seed. I need to get the data from my computer.
5. Any other tools? Will get this for you also.
Send me a message with your email and I will send you all the info direct.
Cheers,
Peterlink
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peterlink
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Posted: Sun Nov 19th, 2006 10:16 am |
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Hi mmasse,
To answer your question of the 19 Oct. Yes, Jatropha is labor intensive. You can reduce the labor in the planting by utilizing a special tractor, but that's about all.
The only harvesting assistance you could possible utilize is the pneumatic rake. It only helps a little though.
Regarding maintenance e.g. fertilization, cutting, etc. There is very little maintenance. Fertilizer is only needed if you have poor quality soil.
If you want to send me a message and I will see what I can help you with. I clone and bread Jatropha.
Regards,
Peterlink
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washby
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Posted: Fri Jun 8th, 2007 08:06 pm |
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Hi Peter,
You sound like you been in this business awhile.
I was told that because of the uneven germination direct planting is not appropriate.
I was looking to hear from someone who would prefer direct planting since I felt for large scale opearation this should be the way to go.
I would also appreciate all the information you can send me as well along with your email.
Wayne
washby2@yahoo.com
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biodiex
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Posted: Sun Sep 16th, 2007 06:53 pm |
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Las semillas vienen con un manual instructivo de plantación,
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info@biodiex.com
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Nicholas_Papadopoulos
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Posted: Sun Nov 4th, 2007 03:36 am |
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Peter,
Are you in Florida now?
Let me know I am very interested in learning more about your Jatropha breeding project results and seeds you have available.
Can you email me at nicholas (at) ubsynergy (do t.) com
Send me your contact info..
Thank you,
Nicholas
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Khrisna
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Posted: Mon Nov 5th, 2007 10:45 am |
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Dear Nicholas,
Please try to contact with Wendynob for having Grade A seeds and any other Propagation process of Jatropha Curcas. I already sent her few literature points on this. For you to work it out. All production of Jatropha Seeds per HA (10,000.00 Square Meters) still at survey ,and analyze. Currently, we are working in Indonesia on exploration of this Plant. For jump at 3rd year in our plantation which working on branching maintenance of JC. Also, our plantation which growed by Stick.
Wayne...are you meet Wendy already ? I sent sample of Indonesia Grade A seeds to Wendy for her's plantation. (IP 1 - Seeds / Improved Product 1 - Seeds).
Further details required, please let Wendy know. She is our US Reps.
Regards,
Khrisna
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kkchai
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Posted: Tue Nov 6th, 2007 03:20 am |
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Hi David, we are looking into large scale Jatropha plantation here. Would you be able to advise if there is any variation in the Jatropha plant genetic (thus oil content capacity) from the seeds / seedlings from Global Flora Biotech and Jatropha Plant Source?
Would you be also to comment on Chinese varieties of Jatropha the Seeds / Seedlings?
Thank you and Regards,
kkchai
Kuching, Sarawak
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earthworks7
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Posted: Fri Feb 15th, 2008 05:14 pm |
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Nicholas...
Saw your posting on Eco World... Wondering if you are located in Florida and what you are doing... We are just now putting 600 Jatropha seedlings in the ground and looking to produce large scale... We are located in central Florida...
Best regards...
Lee Kunes
EarthWorks Int'l
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jatro
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Posted: Thu Mar 13th, 2008 04:16 am |
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I am trying to put together a program for a large scale plantation of jatropha in Africa. I am confuse as to wether planting seeds is preferred over planting seedlings.
Any thoughts?
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peterlink
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Posted: Thu Mar 13th, 2008 05:07 am |
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Hi Jatro,
Using seeds is a high risk. Ask any plantation manager (any trees). Cuttings is the way to go unless you have delevloped tissue-culture.
Peter
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myfles
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Posted: Thu Mar 20th, 2008 08:50 am |
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My partner and I are starting a company that is growing Jatropha. We are are using hydroponics to H.I.D. lighting to accelerate the growing and promote better health. We know that it might be a bit of overkill for these plants but we are trying different things to see what the effects are. My partner is a whiz when it comes to growing these plants.
We are planning to grow mothers, produce clones, and sell live plants that can be shipped overnight. Eventually we hope to buy farmland and plant on a large scale. You can find out more about us on our site.
http://www.farmingbiodiesel.com
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Lionel Gavin (NZ)
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Posted: Sun Jun 15th, 2008 12:43 pm |
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Hi all, this is my first post. I have developed a wonderful relationship with a businessman in Kenya. I live in New Zealand.
We have decided to invest in Jatropha however we are in the early stages of reseach. I have just read an article written by an American scientist . In this he states it is better to gropw from seeds as the tree is healthier, better root system, lives longer. Also suggests it is best to stay away from grafted saplings.
Does anyopne have an opinion on this. Thanks and all the best
Lionel
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paver1999
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Posted: Thu Jul 17th, 2008 07:12 am |
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i am also in central fl, i have small acreage soon suitable for planting. I am seting up business , and am interested in speaking with someone in the area doing this currently. I have no existing connections. thanks
patrick chasteen
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