Tips for farmers on making money from wood

To coincide with the governments long awaited release of figures for the Renewable Heat Incentive, the Wales Climate Centre are showing farmers how to get in on the act in with an event looking at creating sustainable heat using wood from the farm. Farmers will also find out how Bangor University is leading the way with the latest agricultural research into carbon reduction such as using bio-char and carbon footprints.

Canolfan Hinsawdd Cymru, which delivers the Climate Change Development Programme on behalf of Farming Connect,  are putting on the event at Henfaes, their development farm based at Abergwyngregyn. This free event for farmers takes place on Wednesday 6th April 11.30- 15.30. Lunch will be provided but farmers need to book in advance by calling 01248 383689.

Speakers will include David Jenkins from Coed Cymru who will advise farmers on wood fuel, wood burners and how to assess the value of their woodland for fuel. He will update farmers about cash available through the Glastir grants for woodland creation and the newly released details of the Renewable Heat Incentive. Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change Chris Huhne said Renewable heat is a largely untapped resource and an important new green industry of the future. This incentive is the first of its kind in the world. Itll help the UK shift away from fossil fuel, reducing carbon emissions and encouraging innovation, jobs and growth in new advanced technologies.