🌱What is Biochar?

Biochar is a charcoal material made from wood waste and other biomass. When added to soil, it can improve water retention, increase nutrient availability, support crop growth, and store carbon for the long term. Some potential uses include: 🌾Soil amendments 🚜Improving crop yield 💧Water filtration 🌎Carbon storage For North Carolina, biochar could create a new market for low-value wood and forestry residues, provide solutions for storm debris cleanup, support forest management, and create new opportunities for the forestry industry and landowners. Want to learn more? Check out this video! https://tinyurl.com/3ccuwfex #ForestryFactFriday