The costs benefits return component of the argument for biochar is NOT well worked out economically. That biochar can improve soil health and is a natural component of a healthy fire cycle in nature makes the best argument for returning fire to the natural maintenance of agricultural and watershed health. Using biomass for additional biochar generation has a strong economic aspect for much of the world.
@halsteward10036 жыл бұрын
Please help with the radio's, Biochar mixtures to dirt / soil. I'm dealing with low levels of organic matter in soil.
@crazysquirrel94254 жыл бұрын
most places recommend about 10-12.5% biochar in the soil. A lot depends on what you plant, the condition of the soil, how much rain you get, etc. Higher amounts do not necessarily translate into higher yields. Start with 5% and work your way up until you find the sweet spot for your area. If you are doing a garden and not a farm, get as many fall leaves as you can get. They add in organic matter, minerals, and hold water. Add in some biochar too made from discarded logs and branches. May take up to two years before you see results. If you precharge your biochar, things go faster. Avoid walnut leaves and trees in that family! They are ok to make biochar but NOT ok to use in the garden.
@calebayres65596 жыл бұрын
WPut manure through pyrolysis to make fertilizer" ... ??? wouldn't that burn the nutrients!? ... just mix the Charcoal into a organic compost ... BAM! Am I missing something?
@zazugee6 жыл бұрын
manure lose it's N content very fast, it doesn't age well. unless you use manure localy, there is bound to be lot of methane emissions and nitrogene losses according to some papers, charing manure can make more stable to be used a mineral fertilizers replacement.