Non-crop biomass estimated vs. Non-crop biomass measured models
- The non-crop biomass estimated is a tier 1 model asking for an estimate of biomass (plants) other than the assessed cash crop based on density and occupied area.
- The non-crop biomass measured is a tier 3 model based on measured data
Both estimated and measured models are meant for biomass that is additional and permanent (e.g. not the fruit trees of your orchards). Users can decide themselves whether to use a tier 1 or a tier 3 model for intercrops or shade trees depending on their reporting needs. The Land Sector Removal Guidance requires a tier 3 model for calculating carbon stocks and carbon sequestration, in which case non-crop measured is the correct model to use. If you use the pathway just for planning and scenario building, then non-crop estimated is sufficient.