The Biomass Innovation & Information Platform. Supporting the development of biomass crops in the UK as part of the Net Zero objective. Funded by @energygovuk
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4 Oct 2024
π± Join us for the Biomass Connect Showcase Event! π±
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November 7th-8th, 2024
π The Slate, Warwick
πΈ 2 days of talks, demos, presentations and info stands.
πΈ Hear from biomass innovators
πΈ Network with industry stakeholders
π Register Now: loom.ly/Lqfnpjg
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π± Biomass Facts at Your Fingertips!
Explore our library of factsheets covering the latest advances in biomass technologies, cropping, and best practices.
π Discover more: loom.ly/HBXe7FA
#Biomass #Factsheets #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy
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π± November Hub Site Updates
As winter sets in across the Biomass Connect network, crops have entered full senescence, phenotyping is complete, and sites are preparing for winter maintenance.
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#BiomassConnect #Bioenergy #SustainableFarming
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π± Emerging Biomass Crops: Eucalyptus, Black Locust & Sida
These Aug 2023 β Aug 2025 comparisons give an early look at how these less conventional species are performing as part of our broad evidence base for growers and policymakers.
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22 Dec 2025
πΏ SRC Willow: Vigorous, Reliable, and Rapidly Developing
Willow continues to impress in our demo hubs. These before-and-after images show the leap from early establishment in 2023 to dense, fast-growing stands in 2025.
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16 Dec 2025
π³ SRF Poplar
These Aug 2023 β Aug 2025 comparisons show just how rapidly SRF poplar can establish. Across multiple sites β from Devon to Ayrshire β weβre seeing strong height gain, resilient establishment, and developing woody structure suitable for future biomass supply.
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5 Dec 2025
πΎ Miscanthus: Two Years of Growth Across the UK
From Wales to Yorkshire and the Scottish Borders, Miscanthus has shown remarkable consistency across very different environments. These before-and-after images (Aug 2023 β Aug 2025) highlight its progress.
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25 Nov 2025
Issue 11 of Connect, the #BiomassConnect Newsletter is out.
π demonstrator hub updates,
π The Biomass Connect project - 4 years on,
π‘A focus on our outreach activities,
π€ Dates for your diary,
Download: loom.ly/OiLQSx0
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18 Nov 2025
October highlights from Biomass Connect πΏ
β Autumn phenotyping underway
β Senescence & growth patterns recorded
β Storm impacts managed
β Sites on schedule for data submission
Collaboration driving biomass innovation!
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13 Nov 2025
π¦ New UK guidance highlights the importance of planning for mammal damage when establishing biomass plantations.
Early prevention = better survival, yield & sustainability.
π Read more: loom.ly/_WRypHs
#biomass #forestry #renewableenergy
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12 Nov 2025
πΏ September Demonstrator Hub Update
As the growing season closes, our sites report strong crop performance, minimal pest issues, and valuable data collection underway for the next season.
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#biomass #renewableenergy #sustainablefarming #innovation
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29 Oct 2025
One way to valorise biomass crops is through the production of liquid biofuels.
A recent article from Carbon Brief explores how biofuels are being used globally to help meet climate targets and if they are achieving this goal.
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27 Oct 2025
Is BECCS the future? Big Tech seems to think so.
A recent article highlights that Microsoft is investing heavily in BECCS as part of its plan to become carbon negative by 2030 β showing clear confidence in this technology over alternatives.
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9 Oct 2025
The βfood vs fuelβ debate isnβt as clear-cut as it seems. πΎβ‘οΈ
A new EUBA report challenges assumptions about first-gen biomass crops β raising fresh questions for the bioeconomy.
π Read more: loom.ly/C1RdY9c
#BiomassConnect #Biofuels #Renewables
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2 Oct 2025
πΏ New on Biomass Connect: Biorefining β Unlocking the Full Value of Biomass. Discover how crops like Miscanthus & Willow can deliver fuels, chemicals & biomaterials while supporting #NetZero & rural economies.
π Read the full article: loom.ly/Sltbdfo
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30 Sep 2025
Sometimes itβs good to step back and take in the bigger picture. π±π
This drone shot from our Hillsborough hub shows the scale of work happening across our demonstration sites.
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#BiomassConnect #DemoSites #DroneView #SustainableEnergy #InnovationInAction
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23 Sep 2025
π± At #AgroforestryShow 2025, Biomass Connect joined Rothamsted to share insights on SRC willow in productive agroforestry.
Farm walks & talks drew strong interest, showing willowβs potential for biomass resilience under drought πΏ
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#Agroforestry
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11 Sep 2025
π± Biomass Connect Demonstrator Hub Updates β August 2025 πΎ
π See how each hub is progressing.
π· Over 100 photos.
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#BiomassConnect #Miscanthus #Willow #Poplar #Eucalyptus #Sida #ReedCanaryGrass #BlackLocust #Alder #Poplar #Switchgrass
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8 Sep 2025
π³ Itβs almost here! From 10thβ11th Sept, weβll be at the Agroforestry Show as part of the Rothamsted Research stand.
π Stop by, say hello, and explore the future of sustainable farming with us!
#AgroforestryShow #BiomassConnect #RothamstedResearch #Agroforestry #BiomassCrops
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20 Aug 2025
π³ Biomass Connect at The Agroforestry Show 2025!
Weβre excited to announce that Biomass Connect will be at The Agroforestry Show, alongside the Rothamsted Research stand.
#AgroforestryShow #BiomassConnect #RothamstedResearch #SustainableAgroforestry #BiomassCrops
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13 Aug 2025
π± July crop reports from #BiomassConnect are out!
Highlights: flowering Sida, strong growth in Miscanthus & Poplar, and resilient Willow across our UK hubs.
π See the full breakdown: loom.ly/Itwu1Mc
#Bioenergy #AgriInnovation #SustainableFarming #CropMonitoring
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