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Are karrikins one of the magic ingredients in biochar and wood vinegar?

Are karrikins one of the magic ingredients in biochar and wood vinegar?

New research is highlighting the role that karrikins play in seed germination and plant growth after fire. Karrikins are a family of compounds prod...
Biochar, Nutrient Control and Cow Urine

Biochar, Nutrient Control and Cow Urine

Biochar offers an alternative way to reduce nitrogen run-off, fertilise pasture, and prevent the pollution of creeks, rivers and reefs. A study by ...
Can Biochar be used to help combat plant diseases of native Australian plant life?

Can Biochar be used to help combat plant diseases of native Australian plant life?

  South Western Australia Biodiversity Hotspot South Western Australia is an ancient continental landscape and has a very high diversity of plan...
Biochar for Construction

Biochar for Construction

The interest in biochar has been largely sparked due to its ability to enhance soils and promote plant growth. However biochar has a variety of pro...
Biochar for Storm-water Filtration – Port of Tacoma USA

Biochar for Storm-water Filtration – Port of Tacoma USA

Drainage systems have been traditionally designed in urban and industrial areas to maximise the flow of water from surfaces into waterways. This ca...