​Beckby Biogass Ltd has submitted plans for an anaerobic digestion plant near the Lincolnshire town of Wragby, with promises of clean energy production and benefits for local agriculture. Beckby Biogass already operates a dozen similar facilities, and the site will span the East Lindsey and West Lindsey boundary, creating renewable energy by processing organic material.

The plant would rely on local farmers to supply 150,000 tonnes of grass, maize, and rye each year, grown in rotational cycles to enhance soil quality. This approach is intended to improve agricultural productivity while reducing reliance on pesticides, improving soil health, and promoting biodiversity.

The facility would house five digestion tanks to break down organic matter, producing biogas that could be injected directly into the national gas grid. Its location was chosen for its close proximity to a grid connection point, approximately 600 metres away, which is ideal for efficiency.

The proposed plant is expected to generate between six and eight permanent jobs, contributing to the local economy. However, concerns may arise over increased traffic, as the site is expected to see 29 HGV movements daily for the majority of the year, operating between 07:00 and 19:00. During the harvest season, vehicle activity could rise significantly, with deliveries extending until 21:00, raising potential traffic management challenges.

Planning documents highlight minimal anticipated impact on the surrounding area, claiming the site will produce little noise or odour. Additionally, the co-production of energy and food is projected to support efforts to decarbonise farming practices and the broader energy sector, while enhancing biodiversity.

Members of the public are invited to comment on the application, which is accessible via the East Lindsey and West Lindsey councils' websites.

If approved, the plant could represent a significant step forward in integrating renewable energy and sustainable agriculture in Lincolnshire.