The impact of enzyme characteristics on corn stover fiber degradation and acid production during ensiled storage

Appl Biochem Biotechnol. 2007 Apr;137-140(1-12):221-38. doi: 10.1007/s12010-007-9054-2.

Abstract

Ensilage can be used to store lignocellulosic biomass before industrial bioprocessing. This study investigated the impacts of seven commercial enzyme mixtures derived from Aspergillus niger, Trichoderma reesei, and T. longibrachiatum. Treatments included three size grades of corn stover, two enzyme levels (1.67 and 5 IU/g dry matter based on hemicellulase), and various ratios of cellulase to hemicellulase (C:H). The highest C:H ratio tested, 2.38, derived from T. reesei, resulted in the most effective fermentation, with lactic acid as the dominant product. Enzymatic activity during storage may complement industrial pretreatment; creating synergies that could reduce total bioconversion costs.

Publication types

  • Comparative Study
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Bacterial Proteins / chemistry*
  • Enzyme Activation
  • Glycoside Hydrolases / chemistry*
  • Industrial Waste / prevention & control*
  • Lactic Acid / chemistry*
  • Silage / microbiology*
  • Zea mays / chemistry*

Substances

  • Bacterial Proteins
  • Industrial Waste
  • Lactic Acid
  • Glycoside Hydrolases
  • hemicellulase