Producers and others will have an opportunity to learn more about biochar
(charred biomass) and how it can increase soil carbon and regenerate soil
while improving agricultural productivity during a free workshop.
Topics that will be covered include:
* Biochar history, physics and chemistry, soil microbial ecology and the
carbon cycle for soil remediation and regeneration, water management, trees,
organic waste stream management, livestock and no-till agriculture.
* Barriers to biochar adoption
* How to make biochar
* Biochar on the Great Plains
The workshop also will include biochar sessions in the lab and the field and
a visit to parts of the Menoken Farm operation. Lunch and refreshments will be provided.
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