Biochar still not well known in the greenhouse horti sector

Added on 13 November 2024

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Biochar still not well known in the greenhouse horti sector

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The horticultural sector is gradually reducing the use of peat for the production of potting soils. Alternative materials will be required as a replacement.

Biochar has a lot of potential, but is still barely used in greenhouse horticulture. This is partially because biochar suppliers and potting soil companies still do not know each other well enough. Therefore, Wageningen University & Research BU Greenhouse Horticulture is working on joint business cases to bring them together. Researcher Antonella Cristina: “With biochar, potting soil companies can contribute to reducing CO2 emissions.”