BIOCHAR

Making biochar at home is a simple, rewarding, and eco-friendly way to improve your soil while reducing waste. The process starts with selecting the right biomass, such as wood chips, leaves, or agricultural leftovers. Once you have your materials, you can produce biochar using a basic kiln or a pit method. The key to high-quality […]

Biochar is changing the game when it comes to soil health and sustainability. Made by heating organic material in a low-oxygen environment, this carbon-rich substance helps soil hold onto nutrients and moisture, making plants healthier and stronger. But biochar isn’t just good for the soil—it also helps trap carbon in the ground, reducing greenhouse gas

With a number of benefits that align with its core principles, biochar would be a terrific asset to any permaculture system. It improves soil health, which increases soil structure and nutrient retention, hence promoting plant growth. Because permaculture emphasizes working with nature rather than against it, crops grow more robustly and require less chemical fertilizers.