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Biochar as a Sustainable Product for the Removal of Odor Emissions – Mini Literature Reviews
Biochar is a sustainable product that can be effectively used in various systems to remove odors.
Biochar’s Role in Boosting Water Retention
High-interporosity biochar significantly boosts water retention in coarse soils, especially when combined with compost and cover cropping.
Biochar in Construction: A Sustainable Innovation for Stronger, Smarter Buildings
Transform your construction projects with biochar – the game-changing material for stronger, greener, and more sustainable building solutions.
Understanding Soil Health
Enhance your garden's soil health with biochar tips for better fertility and sustainability. Perfect for all gardeners.
Mill Services Division
Uncover the innovative ways Wakefield's Beneficial Reuse Division turns waste into valuable biochar for soil improvement.
What is CarbonBoost?
CarbonBoost is the first soil amendment of its kind, blending cutting-edge technology with natural solutions.
A TED Talk presented by Bob Lerner – How Biochar Is Helping
Bob Lerner perfectly presents the unique position biochar has in the soil to support a balanced, natural structure that allows plant life to flourish.
New Research Shows How Biochar and Smarter Irrigation Can Save Water and Support Crop Growth in West Texas
A groundbreaking field study conducted by Arjun Kafle, Sukhbir Singh, Manpreet Singh, Preetaman Bajwa, Sanjit Deb, Catherine Simpson, and Glen Ritchie offers critical insight into how farmers in dry regions can save water while still producing strong cucumber yields. Over two years, this team of researchers explored the combined effects of deficit irrigation (DI) and […]
Smarter Water Use for Growing Sweet Corn: What the Research Shows
Based on research by Arjun Kafle, Sukhbir Singh, Sanjit Deb, Catherine Simpson, and Glen Ritchie(Crop Science, 2025, Texas Tech University), water is a precious resource—especially in hot, dry places like West Texas. For farmers growing sweet corn, managing water wisely is more important than ever. A 2-year field study led by Arjun Kafle and his […]
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