Samoa biofuel study report : mission report

Abstract

The most suitable biofuel crop under the agro-ecological conditions of Samoa was determined. Secondary and primary data on the status of the agricultural sector of Samoa, and its soil and climate and socio-economic conditions were gathered from Agrometeorological Station, Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Natural Resources, Pacific Islands Greenhouse Gas Abatement Through Renewable Energy Project, University of South Pacific, Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Labor, Food and Agriculture Organization, and from the farmer’s and business group. Most of the data gathered were focused on the production and trade of major crops in Samoa. Ocular observation of Upolu and Savaii to determine the existing vegetation, soil physical characteristics which include topography, drainage, depth and soil texture and accessibility were also conducted. The existing climatic indicators such as temperature, rainfall pattern and distribution including typhoon occurrence were also assessed Land use was also determined.