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This study aims to assess the sustainability of small-scale sugarcane harvesting methods compared to traditional practices.

Integrated Life Cycle Assessment of Small-Scale Sugarcane Harvesting Machines to Improve Sustainability

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Randomized trial evaluates sustainability of small-scale harvesting technologies in sugarcane farming, suggesting viable alternative methods.

This study aims to assess the sustainability of small-scale sugarcane harvesting methods compared to traditional practices.
Utilized an Integrated Life Cycle Sustainability Assessment (LCSA) framework to evaluate four harvesting scenarios: CPB, OSSH, SSH, and CLH.
Conducted Monte Carlo simulations to analyze economic viability under varying machinery prices.
Assessed environmental, economic, and social impacts of each scenario.
CPB scenario resulted in the highest greenhouse gas emissions at 25.9 kg CO2 eq/t sugarcane, mainly from burning.
OSSH scenario achieved the highest overall sustainability score by balancing technical productivity and social well-being.
OSSH remained viable even under maximum machinery price assumptions, suggesting strong economic feasibility.

Prasara-A et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Randomized trial evaluates sustainability of small-scale harvesting technologies in sugarcane farming, suggesting viable alternative methods.