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Old 07-02-2016, 08:43 AM   #6 (permalink)
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Default Re: Biochar

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Originally Posted by saxybill1 View Post
What is it how is it used and where can you get it
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If you do a forum search and look in the soil additive section of the forum this has been discussed in pretty good detail. Some of the info you can use, but there's also a lot of nonsense. Although, if you use some common sense you should be fine.

Most folks realize lump charcoal is a fuel and not a quality biochar. Lump charcoal is fairly hard and heavy and would probably need a large hammer to crush it.

Fortunately most folks are able to realize that as more of it's fuel is burned it becomes lighter, easier to crush, with an increased capacity to hold more air, moisture, and microorganisms, making it a more useful soil additive.

If you buy lump charcoal also buy a match.



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Originally Posted by cincinnana View Post
Charcoal...

If you do a forum search and look in the soil additive section of the forum this has been discussed in pretty good detail. Most of the info you can use.
.Biochar: Black Gold or Just Another Snake Oil Scheme?
You tube has some good videos on how to mix it in your soils.

This is what I use.. click on the photo to see other photos.
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How to bust up your charcoal

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