Biochar Production & Application

Description

Biochar Production & Application training introduces participants to one of the most effective and sustainable soil improvement technologies in modern agriculture. This program provides both theoretical understanding and practical, on-site experience in producing biochar from agricultural waste and applying it to enhance soil fertility, water retention, and crop productivity.

Through guided demonstrations and field practice, participants will learn how to construct simple biochar kilns, select appropriate feedstocks, and process biochar for various soil types and crops. The course also explores how biochar contributes to carbon sequestration, making farming more climate-resilient and environmentally friendly.

Modules Covered:

• Introduction to Biochar & Climate-Smart Agriculture

• Feedstock Selection and Collection

• Biochar Kiln Design and Construction

• Production Process and Safety Measures

• Application Techniques for Different Crops

• Soil Health Improvement with Biochar

• Waste-to-Wealth Approaches in Biochar Use

• Monitoring, Evaluation & Scaling Biochar Systems

  Duration: 1-Day Hands-on Training | 3-Day Short Course

  About the Host:
  Fovic Empire is a sustainable agribusiness founded in 2021, combating food insecurity and unemployment through eco-friendly crop production in Plateau State, Nigeria. With over four years of experience, Fovic Empire integrates regenerative agriculture practices such as biochar technology to empower farmers with cost-effective, climate-smart, and sustainable farming solutions.