Biomass Feedstocks Innovation Programme Project OMENZ was established to address key barriers in the commercial-scale planting of Miscanthus, a perennial biomass crop central to achieving the UK’s net-zero carbon targets by 2050. With only ~9,000 hectares under cultivation in 2023… Read More »Project OMENZ – final report summary (phase 2)
With the 2025 cereal harvest season in full swing, many farmers are reflecting on what has been another volatile year for arable cropping, early-season droughts, increasing input costs, and the ongoing uncertainty surrounding agri-environment payments have all played their part.… Read More »Why 2026 should be the year you plant Miscanthus
At Birchwood Farm in Saxilby, Lincolnshire, father-and-son arable farmers Ian and James Willox are proving that Miscanthus is more than just a biomass crop – it’s a smart solution for awkward land and an increasingly valuable part of their farm… Read More »Making less productive land work: The grower’s perspective
As the UK accelerates toward its legally-binding net zero target by 2050, the Climate Change Committee’s 7th Carbon Budget reveals a strategic but evolving role for biomass in Britain’s energy transition. Biomass emerges as a targeted solution in a diverse… Read More »Our insights from the Climate Change Committee’s 7th Carbon Budget
As Europe accelerates its transition to low-carbon energy and sustainable land use, demand for perennial biomass crops such as Miscanthus is gaining significant momentum – particularly in the Netherlands and Denmark, where ambitious government targets and environmental legislation are reshaping… Read More »Surging demand for Miscanthus in Europe
Many UK Miscanthus growers are seeing a strong 2025 harvest, with average reported yields up by 20% compared to last year. The uplift is attributed to a combination of favourable weather conditions, increased adoption of the high yielding Terravesta Athena… Read More »20% increase in 2025 Miscanthus harvest yields
We’ve caught up with Lincolnshire contractor, Tim Russon, who harvests around 1620 hectares of Miscanthus between Suffolk and Yorkshire, about Miscanthus harvest ’25… Q: How are conditions for Miscanthus harvesting in your area?A: Conditions are generally good, though the last… Read More »Miscanthus Harvest 2025 – Q&A with Farm Contractor Tim Russon
Thank you to all those who joined us on our Miscanthus Supply Chain & Harvest Open Day, held on February 26, 2025, in Hackthorn, Lincolnshire. The event brought together farmers, contractors, and industry professionals to explore the role of Miscanthus… Read More »Miscanthus Supply Chain & Harvest Open Day highlights
Whether due to pressure from others in the supply chain or personal motivation, many farmers are now using carbon calculators to better understand their farm’s emissions. As part of the CHCx3 project, Farm Carbon Toolkit has worked together with AFBI,… Read More »How do biomass crops impact farm carbon footprint?
Farmers, contractors, and industry professionals are invited to attend a Miscanthus supply chain and harvest open day, alongside research partner, Niab, to explore the Miscanthus supply chain and its role in sustainable farming and the latest Miscanthus research. The event… Read More »Miscanthus open day showcases crop’s long-term opportunities
