resilience Miscanthus: A crop for a more challenging climate With drought, flooding and unpredictable weather creating new challenges for farmers, building resilience into cropping systems is becoming increasingly important. As a perennial, low-input crop, Miscanthus offers an opportunity to make productive… Read More »A crop for a more challenging climate
For William Cracroft-Eley, Miscanthus started as a way to generate a reliable return from difficult-to-farm land. Two decades on, the crop has become an important part of a wider transformation of his farm business, helping to reduce risk, lower working… Read More »Twenty years of Miscanthus with William Cracroft-Eley
Experienced crop development specialist joins Terravesta to drive Miscanthus variety development, agronomy and new market opportunities. Terravesta has appointed Alec Farrington as Innovation and Crop Development Manager, bringing extensive experience in crop research, development and commercial agronomy to the Miscanthus… Read More »Terravesta strengthens innovation team with appointment of Alec Farrington
The Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI), once positioned as a cornerstone of England’s post-BPS agricultural policy, has failed to deliver meaningful support for many UK farmers. Intended to reward environmental stewardship while providing a stable income stream, the scheme has instead… Read More »Miscanthus seen as stable option for UK farmers in 2026
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
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
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
We are now taking orders for Miscanthus rhizomes for spring 2025 planting. This is a unique opportunity to continue investing in your farm’s future with Miscanthus. Planting Miscanthus on underutilised or flood-prone land ensures long-term, reliable returns and provides a… Read More »Secure your order for spring 2025 Miscanthus
Miscanthus growers can take advantage of the inclusion of permanent crops in the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) scheme. The application window is now open, with payments anticipated to commence later in the current year. In June DEFRA announced 23 on-farm… Read More »Miscanthus SFI payments explained
On 10 August 2023, the UK government published its long-awaited Biomass Strategy, which highlights the crucial role biomass plays in the country’s plans to achieve net zero carbon and energy security. Terravesta welcomes the report and its support for the… Read More »Terravesta welcomes support for Miscanthus in new Biomass Strategy
