Welsh Government Launches Agricultural Diversification and Horticulture Scheme with Support for Biomass Crop Growers
November 27, 2024
The Welsh Government has launched a new Agricultural Diversification and Horticulture Scheme designed to support farmers and land managers in diversifying their agricultural activities. This initiative provides significant opportunities for those interested […]
The biomass sector in Japan and Indonesia is set to experience a major boost in collaboration
January 04, 2023
The Indonesian Embassy in Tokyo is committed to facilitating cooperation between Indonesia and Japan. This was affirmed by Indonesian Ambassador to Japan Heri Akhmadi in a statement released on November […]
SEFA grants $1 million for development of bioenergy plants
January 02, 2023
SEFA’s mission is to support the development of energy projects that are economically, socially and environmentally sustainable. The SEFA grant will help NewAfrica Impact Ltd develop the two plants, using […]
Bioenergy Europe recently releases its 2022 Pellets Report
December 21, 2022
Author: Kritika Bhardwaj Bioenergy Europe, the leading association for promoting sustainable bioenergy, has recently released its 2022 Pellets Report. This report provides a comprehensive overview of the European pellets market […]
Expanding the Miscanthus market in the UK – benefits and barriers from a farmer’s perspective
December 13, 2022
Author: Edward Hodgson 94% of Farmers growing miscanthus report benefits to their farm business according to results of a survey published in the GCB Bioenergy journal. The survey was conducted […]
Connect Issue 1 – The Biomass Connect Newsletter
December 06, 2022
We published the inaugural issue of our 'Connect' newsletter last week.In this bi-annual periodical we aim to bring you updates of project activities, details of the latest events, and news from across the Biomass Feedstocks Innovation program and the wider biomass industry.
Biomass Connect at the RWAS Winter Fair
December 01, 2022
Members of the Biomass Connect team spent an enjoyable day at the Royal Welsh Agricultural Show Winter Fair earlier this week. We were introducing the Biomass Connect project to visitors, […]
Could a delay in the uptake of biomass crop technology jeopardise food security?
November 28, 2022
Author: Kritika Bhardwaj A new study has highlighted the danger to food security and climate mitigation of failing to switch to biomass production immediately. The study, published in Nature Climate […]
For a net zero economy, we must have more biomass production
November 24, 2022
Author: Kritika Bhardwaj “The world still needs a giant leap on climate ambition”, said António Guterres, UN Secretary-General, at the 27th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27). He insisted, “The […]
Perennial biomass crops, are they the future for energy production?
November 21, 2022
Author: Kritika Bhardwaj As the world awakens to the reality of climate change, the consequences of global warming become increasingly evident. With devastating hurricanes, floods, droughts, widespread hunger, and insect […]
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Miscanthus for Livestock Bedding Factsheet
A double-sided factsheet with nformation about a project growing Miscanthus as animal bedding on one side, and some general Miscanthus facts and growing, establishment and harvesting information on the other side.Miscanthus for Animal Bedding and Miscanthus - A factsheet.
Type: Factsheet
Date: December 2024
Crop: Miscanthus
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Growers Story: Eucalyptus and the Frost Challenge
This case study explores the problems faced by the Bodsworth's in a Eucalyptus plantation in Wales due to frost damage.
In a bid to explore biomass production for household heating and as a potential revenue stream, David and Susan Bodsworth of Tanllan Farm, Llangeitho, are keen to share their experiences with the farming community.
The Bodsworths’ story at Tanllan Farm highlights some of the challenges faced by farmers seeking to diversify into biomass production. David commented that although the Eucalyptus tree has a great potential for producing biomass, perhaps the location of his site was not entirely suitable.
Type: Case Study
Date: 12th December 2024
Crop: Eucalyptus
Keywords: Growsers Story, Eucalyptus
Presentation: Erisa Senerdem, Unlocking Agricultural Biomass Potential: Lessons from Forestry and Global Market Insights.
In this presentation given at the Biomass Connect Showcase on 8th November 2024, Erisa Senerdem brings valuable insights from global biomass markets for agricultural residues like sugarcane bagasse and palm kernel shells. Particularly pertinent were comments about the importance of product specification, seasonality of supply, price volatility and matching to end user technologies.
Type: Presentation
Date: November 2024
Crop: All Biomass Crops
Keywords: Biomass Connect Showcase
Presentation: Steve Smith, Carbon dioxide removal – the state of play and the global scale up challenge.
In this presentation given at the Biomass Connect Showcase on 8th November 2024, Steve Smith shared the findings of the “State of CDR” report, emphasising the global need for carbon dioxide removal technologies. Whether it’s trees, peatland restoration, biochar, wood products, or BECCS, the majority involve biomass in some way.
Type: Presentation
Date: November 2024
Crop: All Biomass Crops
Keywords: Biomass Connect Showcase
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