[Terrapreta] Need info for/on Haiti

[Jim Joyner]

A friend just called to ask me what I knew about using charcoal in 
agriculture (unfortunately, very little at this point, nothing beyond 
what I've learned here). She is on her way to Haiti.

 From what I understand a lot of charcoal is made in Haiti to export to 
the US (?). When I have talked to commercial charcoal makers, the 
charcoal powder left over is not very valuable, maybe even a waste 
product. Is that right? And, if so could those fines be used to improve 
the soil in Haiti? Is there anyone in Haiti doing any work with TP?

My friend is going to Haiti to try to teach agriculture at a very basic 
level. Any information would be appreciated.

Thanks,

Jim