Jatropha Conference in Groningen

The University of Groningen hosted a conference on Jatropha on 1 and 2 November 2010. Experts from around the world came to Groningen to discuss current research and use. Jatropha curcas produces a nutlike seed from which oil can be pressed that can be used for making biofuel. The plant is originally from Central America but can now be found in all tropical and subtropical regions.