Exploring the Future of Biomass: Workshop Report Investigates Novel Crops and Forestry Species for Industrial Biomass
January 04, 2024
A recent Supergen Bioenergy Hub Stakeholder workshop focussing on novel crop species suitable for industrial-scale production of biomass in the UK has identified the most promising novel biomass crops for near-term deployment in the UK...
CHCx3 Cropping Options Survey for Growers
January 03, 2024
The Centre for High Carbon Capture (CHCx3) project would like to better understand the key requirements of growers when determining which crops to grow on their land or as part of their rotations.
Agriculture Diversification Scheme Nurturing Novel Crops and Biomass Enterprises in Wales
December 20, 2023
In a bid to encourage agricultural innovation and diversification, the Agriculture Diversification Scheme in Wales is currently open for applications until 12th January 2024.
Connect Issue #4
December 12, 2023
Issue #4 of our Connect Newsletter is now available. The Connect Newsletters contain updates of project activities, details of the latest events, and news from across the wider biomass industry.
Bird Surveys on Biomass Plantations
December 11, 2023
We have produced two short films looking at birds in and around willow and Miscanthus crops in Devon and Somerset. The films feature ornithologist and wildlife detective Ed Drewitt (along with BC team member Kevin Lindegaard of Crops for Energy)...
Biomass Connect Hub Site Updates – November 2023
December 07, 2023
With Winter on its way, growth has all but stopped at the hub sites. So, rather than have an individual update for each Hub Site we have a quick round-up below along with some photos. Starting in the North and working our way south.
Biomass Connect Takes the stage with Biomass Crops and Products Display
December 06, 2023
Biomass Connect, participated in the prestigious Royal Welsh Winter Fair on November 27th and 28th, a flagship event for the Welsh land-based sector. As one of Europe's premier prime stock shows, the Winter Fair attracts audiences from across the region for two days of competitions, exhibitions, and displays.
Farming Innovation Programme – Research Starter Round 4 Briefing Event
November 28, 2023
Farming, growing or forestry businesses based in England can apply for a share of a £850,000 Farming Innovation Programme fund for projects to improve productivity, sustainability and resilience in the agricultural sector.
Biomass Connect Hub Site Updates – October 2023
November 17, 2023
Biomass Connect has now collated the October 2023 updates from our Hub Sites. In general, growth is slowing as we move into autumn and many of the trees are beginning […]
Latest Information Resources
The Role of Biomass in Regenerative Agriculture – Factsheet
A factsheet outlining the potential role of biomass crops in regenerative farming.
Download this and other factsheets in our resources section.
Type: Factsheet
Date: February 2026
Crop: Miscanthus
Keywords:
Consultation Workshop Visions of the Future
This document reflects the collective imagination of more than 100 contributors who were invited to picture what an ambitious, thriving biomass sector could look like by 2050. It offers a moment to take stock of where the sector stands today, where it aspires to go, and the pathways that could turn that shared vision into reality.
Type: Report
Date: November 2025
Crop:
Keywords: Workshop
Biorefining: Unlocking the Full Value of Biomass for a Sustainable Future
Type: Technical Article
Date: September 2025
Crop:
Keywords: Biorefining
Time line for transition of grassland into Miscanthus – Factsheet
A double-sided factsheet with information about transitioning from grassland into Miscanthus cultivation.
Type: Factsheet
Date: August 2025
Crop: Miscanthus
Keywords:
Archived news