We’re delighted to be collaborating with the Diocese of Lincoln and the University of Lincoln in the city’s first climate change conference. Terravesta will be sponsoring the ‘Footprint Dinner’ where Lincolnshire chef and entrepreneur Sam Owen will present a three-course… Read More »Terravesta collaborates on Lincoln climate change conference
Terravesta welcomes two exceptionally bright, motivated and driven individuals to the team this summer. Jason Kam, our new R&D manager, has a pivotal role in advancing new Miscanthus varieties for sustainable uses and he will be crucial in linking research… Read More »New talent for Terravesta
Norfolk farmer, Adam Brewer, is planning for the future by diversifying his income and looking after his soils with Miscanthus. Farmers wanting to learn more about the many environmental and financial benefits presented by the crop are invited to attend… Read More »Norfolk farmer diversifies income and boosts soil health with Miscanthus
Globally, agriculture, forestry and land use accounts for 24% of emissions. With many UK farmers already seeing the effects of a warming planet on their own farms, there’s an urgent drive to change traditional practices. “One of the biggest threats… Read More »Farming presents big part of climate change solution
From its inception in 2012, Terravesta has seen impressive growth and now boasts 20 full-time employees as well as seasonal staff. Our business is our people and we’re pleased to announce that Alex Robinson has moved from operations manager to… Read More »Meet our new general manager and head of accounts
A new super absorbent, highly sustainable Miscanthus horse bedding product launching this June. The premium bedding is made from 100% finely chopped Miscanthus, a carbon negative renewable crop grown on marginal land by British farmers. Miscanthus specialist Terravesta is behind… Read More »Super absorbent Miscanthus horse bedding launched
Newly planted crops Planting is drawing to a close and early planted crops are now beginning to emerge. As Miscanthus is very susceptible to weed competition in the first 2 years after planting it is important to plan and apply… Read More »Agronomy update: Top tips on weed control
Waitrose has introduced new eco-friendly 100% Natural Miscanthus Briquettes and Firstarters in 19 key stores after a successful trial. These innovative BBQ Briquettes and Firestarters are made from Miscanthus, a renewable energy crop grown by British farmers. Hailed as a… Read More »Waitrose introduces eco-friendly Miscanthus BBQ fuels
Terravesta has opened a new office on the Aberystwyth University campus, in the ‘AberInnovation’ centre. The move will see the long-standing relationship between Terravesta and the Institute of Biological, Environmental and Rural Sciences (IBERS) go from strength to strength. Dr.… Read More »Terravesta opens office in Aberystwyth
Farmers are being encouraged to consider growing Miscanthus as an alternative crop. Grown under contract, whole bales are used to fuel renewable energy power stations supported by long-term government grants. The biomass crop grows well on almost any soil type… Read More »Miscanthus offers long-term assurance
