Miscanthus

Energy Crop Management Options

We offer a range of options for aftercare of the crop in the first year. This service ensures that the crops are visited on a regular basis throughout the first year and that any problems are identified and actions immediately put in place to remedy them.

Energy Crops Course content

Session 1Introduction: Setting the scene 
  
Session objectivesCandidates will know about: 
 the different forms of energy we use 
 the different types of biomass energy and how they might be used 
 how biomass fits in with UK Renewable Energy Policy 
 our current and projected positions relating to meeting climate change o

Energy Crop Options

Energy crop growing is a long term investment for farmers and land owners and it is crucial that you make the right choice for you. There are a variety of options available and you should base your choice on the land available and the requirements of the end user. Energy crop options include:

 

  • Short rotation coppice
  • Miscanthus
  • Reed Canary Grass
  • Switch grass
  • Short rotation forestry
  • Broadleaved coppice

Short Rotation Coppice (SRC)

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