Date
8-4-2022 12:00 AM
Poster Abstract
Fabricating a small-scale and cost-effective biochar/charcoal retort is most economical when farmers/producers have the materials on hand and the skills (i.e., welding) to manufacture it since inappropriate technologies affect the yield and quality of biochar. As farmers gain more knowledge and skills in manufacturing these different technologies at their convenience, they could make the right choices in subsequent years ahead and advocate sustainable agricultural practices. We analyzed existing technologies in Indiana and Ghana using desk study, questionnaires and interviews as we give recommendations on the design properties of some appropriate charcoal and biochar conversion methods for small scale usage based on their production and use variables.
Promoting The Use of Advanced Technologies for Sustainable Charcoal and Biochar Production in Developing Countries
Fabricating a small-scale and cost-effective biochar/charcoal retort is most economical when farmers/producers have the materials on hand and the skills (i.e., welding) to manufacture it since inappropriate technologies affect the yield and quality of biochar. As farmers gain more knowledge and skills in manufacturing these different technologies at their convenience, they could make the right choices in subsequent years ahead and advocate sustainable agricultural practices. We analyzed existing technologies in Indiana and Ghana using desk study, questionnaires and interviews as we give recommendations on the design properties of some appropriate charcoal and biochar conversion methods for small scale usage based on their production and use variables.
Comments
2022 FNR Poster Competition, Graduate Extenstion, 1st Place