Stand no.: E651-6 Cereals, the UK’s leading arable event, will open its doors on 11th and 12th June to more than 25,000 visitors – and Terravesta is welcoming anyone interested in hearing more about the future of Miscanthus to come along to… Read More »Visit Terravesta at Cereals 2014
As May draws to a close, judicious baling contractors have all but completed the 2014 Miscanthus harvest at farms across the country. Feedback from our growers confirms that we are now moving huge tonnages of crop that meets moisture specification… Read More »A word of advice for late balers
Following a mild winter with very few frosts, 2014 harvests have seen more green cane in the swath than ever before. With moisture levels of 16% or less delivering very best prices for growers, it’s crucial to check crop is… Read More »Baling dry after a mild winter
As part of an ongoing commitment to producing top-quality pelleted biomass fuel, Terravesta has launched a new Barn Bonus scheme, designed to incentivise farmers to keep their baled Miscanthus dry and under cover. The Barn Bonus is available to all… Read More »New Barn Bonus scheme boosts profits for Miscanthus
At Terravesta, we always emphasise the importance of producing dry crop (with a moisture content of 16% or less) to secure best possible returns. At this time of year, balancing the desire to bale with the need to ensure optimum… Read More »Don’t rush – bale dry!
This weekend marked a month since the Hackthorn Miscanthus was cut and laid in the swath. Despite a relatively long dry spell, there are still some green canes. They are, at last, getting paler and harder to find, so probably… Read More »Hackthorn harvest update: Holding back the baler
While the Terravesta team has had a busy couple of days at the Energy Now Expo in Telford, two windy drying days was enough to get started with harvesting Flagleaf Farming’s Miscanthus. Last week local contractor Tim Russon made quick… Read More »Harvesting Begins
Terravesta is pleased to announce that its regional Miscanthus forums are back by popular demand. Throughout February, it will be hosting four free half-day events across the country – giving existing and prospective growers the opportunity to meet face-to-face with Terravesta’s… Read More »Free meetings to put Miscanthus in the spotlight
There’s no denying that it’s been a trying winter for UK farming so far. Storms and heavy rain have led to flooding across the country, with many farmers unable to access their land due to waterlogged ground conditions. But fear… Read More »Combat wet winters with low risks and high returns
With current weather conditions continuing to affect traditional game cover nationwide, farms are now looking to Miscanthus as a low-maintenance, cost-effective and more reliable alternative. Unlike maize, sorghum and other typical cover options, the crop offers reliable game cover year… Read More »Raise your game with Miscanthus
