What is Biochar ?

What is Biochar ?
• We can define Biochar as a type of carbonized biomass that is
derived from some sustainable sources in order to improve the
environmental and agricultural value. Although it is a charcoal-like
component, it is different from charcoal, applied as filter, reductant
and fuel. As one of the porous elements, Biochar can retain
nutrients and water of soil. For its absorption capacity, Biochar has
the power to make the pesticides and metals immobilized. The
carbon content in it covers more than 70%, while rest of the part
has nitrogen, hydrogen and oxygen.
 How Biochar structure works?
• Plant biomass is the major component to form Biochar, which is
empty inside and is very lightweight. This Biochar has the capillary
suctioning ability and its micropores help in drawing water.
However, micropores are also effective at restoring this soil
moisture for roots and small microbes. While you have applied
some Biochar, it increases the water-retention capacity of the soil.
• Moreover, it has the potential of trapping air of pipes and small
tubes. The emptiness in Biochar works as sponge; thus, it can
absorb water very easily. Since the char has porosity, the soil turns
out to be lighter and looser.
 Biocare Applications
• When Transplanting:
• Biochar works best for nurturing the soil, and thus, you can use it
while planting the seedlings. For top and side dressing elements, you
can choose Biochar. The blend must have 20 percent compost, soil
and 10 percent Biochar. Apply this blend for settling all the new fresh
plants. It is essential to add water to the plants.
• When Mulching:
• You can use the Biochar at the time of mulching. While peeling back
the mulch after some weeks, you will find mycelia and active roots. A
little amount of Biochar (1 cu ft) covers 500 sq ft.
 What is Supr Activ Biochar?
• This Supr Activ Biochar is manufactured by using bamboo in the absence
of oxygen by the pyrolysis process under the temperature of 520°C.
• Why to invest on Supr Activ Biochar
• To enhance the soil condition- As one of the natural components, Our
Supr Activ Biochar is effective at amending the soil and increasing the
fertility rate of the soil.
• To stabilize pH balance- With the reduction of H+ level, the char is useful
for the stabilization of the pH value.
• To reserve the nutrients- The char reduces the leaches of nutrients
• Good porosity- Microspores gives a shelter to all beneficial
microorganisms for protecting them from high temperature.
• Increases nutrient and water retention ability for the microporous
structure of carbons
• Limits soil contamination with metals and pesticides
• Keeps up the ratio of nitrogen and carbon content of soil
• Adds the fertility of soil by preserving the life of microbes
• It can increase the rate of germination by 16 percent and the height by 25
percent. The seedlings also remain healthy.
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