Moldova will increase its energy security, employing British green technology with plans to upgrade 19 heat only boiler plants, which will run on home-grown Miscanthus biomass renewable fuel. The plants will generate 55000 MWh/year, providing thermal heat energy to 5500… Read More »Miscanthus to fuel 19 biomass plants in Moldova
You are invited to join us for an afternoon at the “Miscanthus: Unlocking Opportunities for Carbon Sequestration and Biodiversity Enhancement” event on 9th October 2024 in Lincolnshire. This gathering brings together experts and stakeholders to explore the multifaceted benefits of… Read More »Unlocking opportunities for carbon sequestration and biodiversity enhancement
Phil Greenway, our crop consultant, gives his perspective on what’s been a successful planting year, despite the weather challenges. We are pleased to report that this year’s Miscanthus planting has gone well. Our efforts spanned across the UK, reaching from… Read More »2024 Miscanthus planting success!
A new study looking at producing Miscanthus hybrids from seed has shown improvements and advancements in seed production, growing methods and agronomy. The study, entitled ‘Achieving hybridisation between Miscanthus species: Commercially-scalable methods to manipulate flowering synchronisation and maximise seed yield’… Read More »New study advances Miscanthus seed production
Biomass crops like Miscanthus and willow are perennial, with a long life cycle, and can accumulate carbon underground each year. They are planted on less productive UK land, meaning farmers can leave them to grow and concentrate on their productive… Read More »Carbon storage potential of Miscanthus and willow
A government-funded team of researchers is exploring the potential of crops like Miscanthus, willow, and alder as alternative sources of income for farmers. The UK-wide initiative assesses the viability of biomass crops to improve farm revenues and environmental sustainability. As… Read More »Biomass crop research aims to boost rural economy
Thank you to all who attended our Norfolk Miscanthus farm walks and Snetterton Power Station tours this May. We had a great turnout from farmers who had clearly done their research – asking fantastic questions! Bill Lewis farm walk Bill… Read More »Norfolk farm walk success
The Chappell family has been farming on the banks of the River Ancholme in the Lincolnshire flatlands for four generations. Today, Colin Chappell continues this legacy by managing the 645-hectare family farm, producing a diverse array of crops and embracing… Read More »Meet the Miscanthus grower: Colin Chappell
There are optimistic expectations for the strong carbon storage potential of biomass crops such as Miscanthus in a NIAB-led carbon study. The Centre for High Carbon Capture Cropping (CHCx3) is a four-year, £5.9 million research project with 21 partners, which… Read More »Strong carbon storage potential for biomass
In a bid to encourage agricultural innovation and diversification, the Agriculture Diversification Scheme in Wales is currently open for applications until 12th January 2024. This initiative holds significant promise for farmers eager to explore novel or alternative crops beyond the… Read More »Welsh diversification grant to support Miscanthus
