[Terrapreta] Does Terra Preta Increase Drought Tolerance?

[Tom Miles]

We read these days about the drought in the Southeastern part of the United
States especially in areas like Alabama and Georgia, where rainfall is 14
inches (355 mm) compared with a normal 36 inches (914 mm). Crops of corn and
cotton are devastated much as they are in drought areas throughout the
world. University of Georgia is probably very occupied with drought related
issues. 

 

Can biochar applications help increase drought tolerance? Could biochar
prevent or decrease crop loss caused by drought?

 

That could be a compelling reason for US farmers to try terra preta. 

 

Tom Miles

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