Biochar is defined by the International Biochar Initiative as the "solid material obtained from the thermochemical conversion of biomass in an oxygen-limited environment".

Biochar is a charcoal-like product that contains no petroleum. It is made by heating biomass such as herbaceous or woody crop residues, non-salvageable timber and slash, or animal manure, …

Feb 27, 2024 · Biochar is a type of processed plant matter that is very rich in carbon. Lightweight, black and very porous, it looks and feels very much like charcoal. But where charcoal is used …

Biochar has several unique chemical and physical properties that make it very useful for retaining nutrients and water. Biochar ranges from 50 to 90 percent carbon and less than 0.1 percent …

2 days ago · Background The increasing degradation of soil health due to intensive agriculture, climate stress, and chemical overuse necessitates sustainable interventions. Biochar, a …

Oct 1, 2025 · Biochar, a stable, carbon-rich material derived from the pyrolysis of organic biomass in low-oxygen environments, has garnered substantial attention as a multifunctional soil …

Through biochar, biomass becomes a sustainable and value-added product for urban and rural agricultural and forest communities by creating jobs, improving soil, and reducing forest fire …

Biochar is produced through pyrolysis or gasification — processes that heat biomass in the absence (or under reduction) of oxygen. In addition to creating a soil enhancer, sustainable …

This makes it a powerful climate solution. At the same time, biochar enhances soil health by improving nutrient retention, stimulating microbial activity, and increasing water efficiency. …

Jul 11, 2025 · This review emphasizes the main challenges and future prospects for biochar use in comparison to modified biochar (MB) to propose the best practices for sustainable farming …