The UK Miscanthus harvest is now underway, with early cutting reported across Lincolnshire, Norfolk, and Yorkshire as growers begin cutting and baling. In Lincolnshire, a strong start has been made, with a significant area already cut, some crops baled, and… Read More »UK Miscanthus harvest well underway
While the individual guidance for SFI 2026 has not been officially released, based on what we do know, options for Miscanthus growers have been reduced. Previously available actions have been removed, including SAM1, NUM1, IPM1, as well as the management… Read More »SFI 2026: What it means for Miscanthus growers
The Government’s new Land Use Framework for England sets out a clearer long-term direction for how land will be used to meet competing demands for food production, climate mitigation, nature recovery and renewable energy. While the framework strengthens the strategic… Read More »England’s Land Use Framework strengthens case for Miscanthus on marginal land
With the latest Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) offering fewer options than before, many farmers are looking at alternative ways to generate reliable returns. For some, Miscanthus is emerging as a practical and profitable option. The crop is particularly suited to… Read More »Turn flooded fields into profit with Miscanthus
Terravesta is actively lobbying for stronger recognition and support for Miscanthus and other perennial, low-input crops in the UK, responding both independently and via the Renewable Energy Association (REA) submission to the Consultation on the Common Biomass Sustainability Framework from… Read More »Terravesta calls for stronger Miscanthus backing
As the year draws to a close and we gather with loved ones to celebrate the season, we at Terravesta want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible progress we’ve made together in 2025. This year has been… Read More »A festive update: Celebrating Miscanthus progress across the UK, Europe & beyond
A project facilitating a major international initiative to help Ukraine recover its energy security and rebuild a sustainable, low-carbon energy system by growing Miscanthus on abandoned land will launch in December 2025. Miscanthus specialist, Terravesta, has announced the launch of… Read More »New project will support Ukraine’s energy security with Miscanthus biomass
Miscanthus, a perennial energy crop, has gained traction among UK growers for its low-input, high-biomass potential. To better understand the economics of Miscanthus cultivation, a recent survey collected harvest data from multiple growers, detailing tonnage delivered, yield per hectare, costs,… Read More »Miscanthus economics uncovered in survey
Our Elephant Grass Farming & Biomass Supply Open Day on 26 November 2025 proved a great success, with around 60 attendees joining Terravesta in Gelsted, Fyn, for a day of insights, field demonstrations, and lively discussion about the future of… Read More »Miscanthus sparks massive interest at Danish open day
In a time when UK farmers are under unprecedented financial, mental health, and economic pressure, Miscanthus offers a promising, resilient path forward. Recent reports from Farmers Weekly paint a bleak picture of modern arable farming, but it’s these challenges that… Read More »Miscanthus antidote to farming’s current crisis
