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Low Carbon Agriculture 2026

14 - 15 January 2026, NEC, Birmingham

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14 - 15 January 2026, NEC, Birmingham

Low Carbon Agriculture Theatre

LCA

The Low Carbon Agriculture Theatre brings together leading farmers, innovators, policymakers and sustainability experts for two days of practical insight, discussion and inspiration. Across a packed programme of panels and technical sessions, you’ll explore real-world solutions that help farms cut emissions, improve resilience, boost profitability and prepare for a low carbon future.

From regenerative farming and small-scale AD, to future fuels, grid connections, carbon removal and the latest renewable energy opportunities, each session is designed to give you clear takeaways you can apply back on the farm. Whether you’re just beginning your sustainability journey or already driving change on your land, the theatre provides the tools, strategies and industry knowledge to support your next steps.

Join us to discover what’s possible, challenge current thinking, and connect with experts who are shaping the future of low carbon agriculture.

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14 Jan 2026
  1. Opening Panel - How can we make regenerative farming profitable?
    Regenerative farming is becoming a key priority in agriculture, focusing on soil health and biodiversity to build long-term resilience. But farmers can't be environmentally sustainable if they're operating at a loss. This panel brings together farmers and industry experts to discuss what's working, what isn't, and practical ways to make regenerative farming pay.
  2. Establishing small -scale AD
    Explore how small-scale anaerobic digestion can create on-farm energy, cut waste, and boost income. This session will  share practical insights on setting up AD systems, overcoming common challenges, and making the numbers stack up for smaller operations.
  3. Future fuels for farmers
    This session will highlight the latest developments in low-emission vehicles and alternative fuels for farming, showcasing innovations in clean energy and engine technology — including hydrogen, methane, and other emerging fuel options.
  4. Integrating solar, storage and low emissions technologies on farm
    Join us for an engaging panel discussion exploring how comprehensive energy modelling can deliver on-farm efficiency and sustainability by integrating solar, battery storage, and low-emission technologies.  Our expert panel will share practical strategies for setting up renewable energy systems to reduce costs, improve resilience and demonstrate how working with retailers and the supply chain can support achieving net-zero targets.
15 Jan 2026
  1. Opening panel: Seeing the Bigger Picture: Farming Beyond Carbon 10.00 - 11.00
    This session asks whether today's focus on carbon emissions is causing us to lose sight of the bigger picture — from health and nutrition to education, public understanding, bioenegy and on-farm biodiversity. Our panel will join the dots between these priorities and explore how improving eco-literacy across farming, supply chains and the wider public can support a more balanced and resilient approach to sustainability.
  2. Grid and gas connections: what farmers need to know
    A practical look at the future of network capacity, connection reforms, and system upgrades. This session equips farmers and landowners with the latest insights to help plan new developments, low-carbon projects, and infrastructure investments.
  3. Beyond subsidies: How partnerships, Power Purchase Agreements and License-Exempt Supply can support UK renewable projects. (Good Energy) 12.15 - 12.45
    Focusing on growth and working collaboratively to develop new renewables (PPA backed), repower older renewables (PPAs in an age of no more subsidy) and utilising schemes such as Licence Exempt Supply to support renewable energy projects. 
  4. Carbon removal solutions - what are the options?
    Discover practical ways to capture and reduce greenhouse gas emissions on farm — from emerging technologies like biochar and enhanced weathering materials to agroforestry and peatland restoration. This session explores the tools, techniques, and opportunities to lower your carbon footprint while supporting productivity.

Testimonials

  • The NFU is a proud partner of the show which is rapidly becoming a central event for low carbon farming. At a time when food and energy security are rightly high on everyone’s minds, the show provides targeted support for producing climate-friendly food, energy and fibre. There is a wealth of practical advice from experts on energy, environment, agri-tech and low emissions vehicles. It is an ideal opportunity for farmers to come together to explore opportunities and build resilient businesses.
    Tom Bradshaw
    Deputy President for the National Farmers Union (NFU)
  • I’m really impressed by the diversity of the audiences at LCA. There's a good mix of stalls and some are talking about really cool AgriTech, renewables, and massive power charges for vehicles.
    Mhari Barnes
    Water Resources East
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