High-Valued Utilization of Agricultural and Forestry Polymer Residues

Dear Colleagues,

Agricultural and forestry waste is a resource-rich biomass material, possessing characteristics such as renewability and environmental friendliness. Its high-value utilization is crucial for mitigating resource shortages and environmental pressures. Cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin in agricultural and forestry waste are core components for high-value utilization. Cellulose can be enzymatically or chemically converted into glucose, which can be further processed into bio-based materials such as bioethanol and polylactic acid; it holds significant potential in replacing traditional fossil-based products. Hemicellulose can yield monosaccharides such as xylose and arabinose through hydrolysis, which are then converted into high-value-added chemicals including xylitol and biodiesel via fermentation. Lignin can be used to prepare biochar and aromatic compounds through pyrolysis or modified to serve as adsorption materials and rubber reinforcing agents; these processes can effectively rectify the low added value of lignin in traditional utilization. Employing these three components enhances resource utilization, transforming agricultural and forestry "waste" to "resources".

This Special Issue aims to explore new strategies that facilitate the high-valued utilization of agricultural and forestry residues.

Dr. Yanyan Dong
Dr. Xiaoshuai Han
Dr. Mingqiang Zhu
Dr. Zhiwen Wang
Guest Editors

Dr. Liangliang Zhang
Guest Editor Assistant

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