Low Carbon Agriculture
Discover the future of farm energy at Low Carbon Agriculture’s new Future Fuels Hub
From biomethane-powered tractors and green hydrogen to renewable electricity and on-farm energy generation, the new Future Fuels Hub at Low Carbon Agriculture will showcase the innovations helping to drive agriculture’s transition towards a lower-carbon future.
As the agricultural sector looks to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels, the need to explore alternative energy sources has never been greater. But with farms facing very different energy demands from other industries, finding practical, affordable and reliable solutions will be key to making the transition work.
That is why Low Carbon Agriculture is introducing its new Future Fuels Hub for 2027, providing a dedicated space for farmers, landowners and industry professionals to discover the latest innovations in alternative fuels, bioenergy and low-emission machinery.
Covering technologies ranging from anaerobic digestion (AD) and biogas to biomethane, green hydrogen, electric vehicles and emerging fuel solutions, the hub will bring together the businesses and innovations helping to shape the next generation of agricultural energy.
The new feature reflects the growing importance of future fuels to farm businesses, as they look to reduce emissions while maintaining productivity, managing operating costs and improving energy resilience.
Exploring the alternatives to conventional fuels
Diesel remains central to many farming operations, particularly where heavy machinery must work for extended periods in fields and locations far from established infrastructure. While battery-electric technology has an important role to play, factors such as battery weight, charging times, operating range and limited rural grid capacity can make electrification more challenging for certain applications.
Visitors to the Future Fuels Hub will be able to explore the growing range of technologies offering alternatives to conventional fuels and understand how they could be applied across different farming systems. Biomethane, AD systems and Hydrogen are all technologies that are attracting growing interest on farm. Alongside these established and emerging technologies, visitors can discover developments in biohydrogen, renewable synthetic methane, biomass gasification and other renewable fuel pathways.
See future fuel innovation in action
One of the businesses already confirmed for the Future Fuels Hub is Bennamann, which will showcase its T7 biomethane tractor. The technology provides a practical example of how renewable gas could help power agricultural machinery, particularly where farms have the opportunity to produce biomethane from their own resources.
The hub will also connect with a new category in the LAMMA Innovation Awards – Future Fuel Innovation, introduced for 2027. Designed to recognise the fuels and drivetrains pushing agriculture forward, the category will celebrate innovations across hybrid systems, hydrogen, biomethane, battery-electric technology, fuel cells, e-fuels and renewable fuels. To qualify, products or processes must demonstrate a significant environmental benefit.
Winners and runners-up will have the opportunity to showcase their equipment in Innovation Live, previously known as the Demo Zone, giving visitors the chance to see award-recognised innovations in action.
Farms as the energy hubs of the future
The opportunities extend beyond individual machines and alternative fuels. Increasingly, attention is turning to how farms can generate, store and use more of their own energy.
Many agricultural businesses already have renewable energy infrastructure, including solar panels and wind turbines, while others operate AD plants or hydro systems. Integrating these assets with suitable storage and fuel production technologies could create opportunities to supply electricity, heat and transport fuels locally. For farms in rural areas where grid capacity can be limited, this could offer a way to improve energy resilience while creating additional income streams.
However, achieving this will require investment, collaboration and practical solutions that work for individual businesses. The most suitable approach will depend on factors including farm size, available resources, energy requirements and access to infrastructure. The Future Fuels Hub will help bring these conversations together, giving visitors the opportunity to explore the options, ask questions and consider what the changing energy landscape could mean for their own operations.
Discover the future at Low Carbon Agriculture 2027
As the UK’s only event dedicated entirely to climate-friendly agriculture and carbon reduction practices, Low Carbon Agriculture provides a platform for farmers, landowners and industry professionals to explore the innovations and practical strategies needed to build more sustainable and profitable businesses.
Returning to the NEC Birmingham in 2027 alongside LAMMA and CropTec, the show will offer visitors access to a wider range of agricultural machinery, technology, arable innovation and low-carbon solutions, all in one place.
The new Future Fuels Hub will be a key feature of the event, showcasing the technologies helping to shape the future of farm energy and giving visitors a chance to discover how alternative fuels could support their businesses.
For those looking to reduce fuel costs, improve energy independence or prepare for the next generation of agricultural machinery, it will be an opportunity to see what is already available, explore what is coming next and connect with the innovators driving change.