Energy Crops - Short rotation Coppice - Willow

Biomass in the form of Energy Crops is required in significant quantities to meet the government's targets within the UK's Renewables Obligation. Amongst UK growers, there is now increasing recognition that Short Rotation Coppice (SRC) willow provides a financially viable and low risk crop with a healthy end user demand, representing an attractive alternative to traditional arable crops. Reasons to Grow SRC Willow as an Energy Crop: A financially viable crop Willow can produce equal if not higher returns to those achieved from traditional arable crops grown on productive land. Farmers and landowners can earn additional income from growing SRC willow on set aside land. Availability of Establishment Grants The government is actively encouraging the establishment of SRC with Energy Crop Scheme Establishment Grants. Other grants are available for Scotland and Northern Ireland. Longer Term Contracts Long term supply contracts with prices - RPI linked providing financial stability and sustainability. No investment or specialised knowledge required Renewable Fuels Ltd can provide a full range of services and agreements can be tailored to meet the needs of individual farmers including renting land where a guaranteed return in preferred. All works can be contracted out or shared with the farmer. Low intensive, low capital and high yielding crop of the future Piece of mind that you are growing a high quality crop for the future that demands little maintenance once established. Spread your options Farmers are being actively encouraged to diversify away from food production. Demand for energy crops is growing rapidly. Help the environment Growing renewable fuel for energy reduces the UK's dependence on fossil fuels whilst also reducing carbon emissions. Reasons to Use Renewable Fuels Ltd - Our Services and Experience Experience: 18 years experience in growing willows 1500 hectares of established energy crops in the UK and 15,000 hectares in Sweden provides a wealth of background knowledge to help the development of willow in the UK. Cuttings Supply: Elite varieties Superior willow cuttings from Sweden have been monitored in yield trials in the UK leading to the creation of new varieties specifically adapted to UK conditions. Site Selection, Crop Establishment and Harvesting Developed, tried and tested with our Swedish partner company, we have the most up to date planting equipment in the world. Management For part or whole life span of the crop, as required End User Contracts We currently provide a range of biomass fuels to a variety of end-users including major UK power stations, working along side them in developing large-scale use of renewable fuels in the future. Experience in contract management, fuel delivery logistics and processing. Experienced and professional service Bob Smith and his team of experts are on hand to advise growers throughout the process, from site selection and establishment to monitoring and delivery of the crop to the end-users. Flexible contract options Renewable Fuels Ltd can provide a full range of services. Growers can themselves undertake preparation work, or contractors can be used throughout. Alternatively, agreements to rent land can be arranged. Download a copy of our Energy Crops leaflet Download a copy of our SRC Establishment leaflet To read article from Farmers Weekly Interactive, follow the link below: http://www.fwi.co.uk/Articles/2005/10/13/89940/Boost+for+northern+biomass+growers.htm Frequently Asked Questions For more information on Short Rotation Coppice Contact Renewable Fuels

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