short rotation coppice

This field report follows on from the previous winter bird surveys conducted at two farms, one in Devon and the other in Somerset. One farm had a mixed age willow crop, while the other had a Miscanthus crop.

These guidelines are written with the expectation that Reed canary grass (RCG) is being grown for the energy market. However, reference is made to other uses.

Crops for Energy were commissioned by LANTRA Awards to produce a two day accredited course on energy crops. The course is highly interactive and covers all aspects of energy crop […]

Eco Crops offer a range of woodland management and perennial SRC willow & poplar wood crop services & products throughout the UK. We work with landowners, farmers and end users […]

In a bid to advance sustainable energy practices, the Scottish Government has unveiled a draft policy statement on bioenergy, inviting public input to shape future strategies.

A team of Farming Connect’s development officers were invited to IBERS for an event that was part of the ongoing activities organised by the Biomass Connect Project to enhance awareness of emerging biomass industries and potential benefits within the land-based sector.

This report outlines a three-day bird survey conducted at two farms, one in Devon and the other in Somerset. One farm had a mixed age willow crop, while the other had a miscanthus crop. The aim of the surveys was to record and map the birds seen at each farm to see what benefits each crop may have for different species.

Strawsons Property has significant agricultural land holdings and in managing these the Rural Team draw upon the substantial experience and skills built up over many years from their links with […]

When incorporated into agroforestry systems, biomass crops contribute in various ways, including, support for pollinator populations, biodiversity enhancement, flood risk reduction, minimized runoff and soil erosion, improved water quality, increased soil carbon sequestration, improved soil health and contribute to climate change mitigation

This Consultation Workshop Report identified the main challenges for the industry, the major opportunities and made recommendations to Biomass Connect on how to improve its continued support of the industry. The report took the comments and core points from the workshop, expanded on them and took into consideration other factors to provide a fuller picture to a broader audience.