Biochar

Looking for sustainable alternatives? We supply biochar for a range of applications through our FarmChar business.
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Biochar is a valuable by-product of the pyrolysis process. Traditionally, it is known for the benefits it provides when applied to soils. Because of its high surface area it can hold moisture & nutrients, provide habitat to soil organisms and store carbon in the soil.  More recent research points to other uses including being used a feed supplement in livestock and for industrial purposes.

Biochar spread in rows in a greenhouse

Biochar for
Agriculture & Horticulture

Biochar is used in agriculture and horticulture to build soil carbon, provide habitat for soil microbes and improve yields.

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Cattle eating biochar out of trough

Biochar for
Livestock Farming

Biochar is being used in the livestock industry for a number of different applications including as a feed supplement and bedding material.

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Road workers applying biochar and bitumen

Biochar for
Industrial Use

Biochar has a range of industrial applications from water filtration, blended with bitumen and being used in concrete.

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