Charcoal Green® BIOCHAR
PLUS (Bio-Charcoal) is a management product that rejuvenates the biodiversity of soils and replaces the essentials organisms that were lost. When the right set of organisms are present and performing their functions both plant health and profitability soar.
2005 OHIO CORN TRIALS
BEFORE AFTER - only 7 lbs per acre
From old growth forests to the most productive cropland of the world, plant health is directly linked to a diverse community of organisms that inhabit the soil. With modern management practices, many beneficial species have been eliminated. This reduces crop performance, nutrition and productivity.
Charcoal Green® BIOCHAR
PLUS contains beneficial soil microorganisms and enriched substrates. When added to growing media and native soils, research has shown that it promotes improved plant growth.
Field trials have shown that Charcoal Green® BIOCHAR
PLUS can improve plant health and allow growers to reduce input costs.
TOMATO TRANSPLANTS at 7 WEEKS
Field Trials - 2006 - 2008
Effects of inoculated biochar on Yield of Irish Potato, Sweet Corn and Tomato
* 10% increase in Sweet Corn yield (2006-07)
* 30 lb./acre savings in nitrogen for Irish Potatoes (2006)
* 22% increase in Tomato yield (2007)
* 47% increase in Tomato yield (1st picking 2008)
Yield of tomatoes was achieved by adding -
2 CUPS of INOCULATED BIOCHAR per 5 GALLONS of the TRANSPLANT POTTING MEDIA
Charcoal Green® BIOCHAR
PLUS
can be applied through conventional spreading equipment.
Charcoal Green® BIOCHAR
PLUS provides the following plant health benefits:
- Improved Soil Drainage
- Reduced Soil Compaction
- Increased Nutrient Cycling
- Greater Retention of Water in Dry Soils
- Improved Germination
- Improved Plant Resistance to Fungal Disease, Root Feeding Nematodes and Insect Infestations
Charcoal Green® BIOCHAR
PLUS was formulated by a team of horticultural professionals that specialize in the production and use of carbon-based soil amendments (Biochars). With five years of field research in turf and agricultural applications, Charcoal Green® Biochar Plus has made numerous improvements in crop health and productivity.
