[Terrapreta] Washington State Biochar Research

[Michael Bailes]

Friday, March 28, 2008  Washington State Biochar
Research<http://transectpoints.blogspot.com/2008/03/washington-state-biochar-research.html>

Washington State University researchers will produce biochar (a residue
potentially used as a soil amendment) from low temperature pyrolysis of
biomass materials. The biochar will be tested for its potential to store
carbon, evaluated for any growth effects on plants in the greenhouse, and
assessed for economic impacts. Research on biochar has shown promise in
long-lasting carbon storage and improved crop production. This research will
be the first rigorous study of biochar use in agricultural soils in this
state. (Source <http://www.ecy.wa.gov/news/2008news/2008-058.html>)

http://transectpoints.blogspot.com/2008/03/washington-state-biochar-research.html


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