Climate change

HGCA is involved in several initiatives that aim to help growers understand how their businesses may be affected by climate change. Link to new Climate Change section of our website.

The Farming Futures project communicates the impacts and opportunities of climate change. HGCA's participation is co-ordinated through the Agriculture and Horticulture Research Forum.
www.farmingfutures.org.uk 
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Sustainable land management

Management options chosen by growers' impact not only on the crop but on the surrounding environment, wildlife and landscape. HGCA is committed to helping farmers comply with legislation, benefit from environmental stewardship opportunities and play a vital part in minimising impacts on the Environment.

• Soils and cultivation
• Nutrient management
• Biodiversity 

Find out more about soils on the AHRF website 'Soil Information Gateway'  
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HGCA is supporting calls to 'Get Pelletwise' as urgent action is needed on metaldehyde use and application. Visit www.getpelletwise.co.uk for more information.

Biodiversity

Renewables

Renewable materials  have the potential to make a positive contribution to reducing reliance on fossil fuels and cutting carbon dioxide emissions.

HGCA funds research which looks at developing the market and optimising UK feedstock availability.

Link to renewables section of our website

    Biofuels Greenhouse Gas Calculator
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Renewable materials

• biopolymers
• biofuels
• biorefinery
• biolubricants
• R&D projects

National Non-Food Crops Centre

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The Carbon Labelling Project

HGCA is a partner in this first European carbon labelling initiative which will help in meeting greenhouse gas reduction and biofuel targets of the European Union, reduce petroleum dependence and help to combat climate change.

http://www.co₂star.eu/

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