Miscanthus is a hardy perennial and is harvested annually after the second year of establishment, for 20 years or more. There’s one chance to plant it, so it’s important to get it right. “Forward planning is key to securing a… Read More »Increase Miscanthus yields with good soil preparation
Farmers and landowners are invited to consider maximising returns and reducing risk with Miscanthus – a renewable energy crop with a rising market demand – at a Shropshire farm walk taking place on the 19th September, hosted by Miscanthus grower,… Read More »Miscanthus: maximising return with low input systems
Osberton International Horse Trials is using 100% Miscanthus horse bedding for the 2019 event, taking place on 2 – 6 October, in a sustainability drive and on account of its high absorbency. Innovator and event director, Stuart Buntine, is behind… Read More »Osberton Horse Trials switches to Miscanthus horse bedding
We’re delighted to be collaborating with the Diocese of Lincoln and the University of Lincoln in the city’s first climate change conference. Terravesta will be sponsoring the ‘Footprint Dinner’ where Lincolnshire chef and entrepreneur Sam Owen will present a three-course… Read More »Terravesta collaborates on Lincoln climate change conference
Terravesta welcomes two exceptionally bright, motivated and driven individuals to the team this summer. Jason Kam, our new R&D manager, has a pivotal role in advancing new Miscanthus varieties for sustainable uses and he will be crucial in linking research… Read More »New talent for Terravesta
Norfolk farmer, Adam Brewer, is planning for the future by diversifying his income and looking after his soils with Miscanthus. Farmers wanting to learn more about the many environmental and financial benefits presented by the crop are invited to attend… Read More »Norfolk farmer diversifies income and boosts soil health with Miscanthus
Globally, agriculture, forestry and land use accounts for 24% of emissions. With many UK farmers already seeing the effects of a warming planet on their own farms, there’s an urgent drive to change traditional practices. “One of the biggest threats… Read More »Farming presents big part of climate change solution
From its inception in 2012, Terravesta has seen impressive growth and now boasts 20 full-time employees as well as seasonal staff. Our business is our people and we’re pleased to announce that Alex Robinson has moved from operations manager to… Read More »Meet our new general manager and head of accounts
A new super absorbent, highly sustainable Miscanthus horse bedding product launching this June. The premium bedding is made from 100% finely chopped Miscanthus, a carbon negative renewable crop grown on marginal land by British farmers. Miscanthus specialist Terravesta is behind… Read More »Super absorbent Miscanthus horse bedding launched
Newly planted crops Planting is drawing to a close and early planted crops are now beginning to emerge. As Miscanthus is very susceptible to weed competition in the first 2 years after planting it is important to plan and apply… Read More »Agronomy update: Top tips on weed control
