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Don Coyne from ANZBI was in NZ for 10 days in June leading up to the workshops hosted by Dung Beetle Innovations in Whenuapai on 19-20 June. Below is a link to Don’s report on his biochar experiences in NZ. … Continue reading
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Linked here is the first of two articles in this month’s edition of NZ Lifestyle Block magazine, featuring the work of BNNZ committee members. I suggest supporting the magazine by buying yourself a hard copy. … Continue reading
It is easy to make a submission… give it a try (but before 16July) and you can check out the submissions submitted so far…. https://www.mfe.govt.nz/have-your-say-zero-carbon … Continue reading
Biochar from sawmill waste We have a small woodlot of eucalyptus, black walnut and Australian Blackwood. The trees have not been pruned or thinned recently and there were five large (20m) pine trees overshadowing some areas. Storms and natural die … Continue reading
Biochar is an effective negative emissions technology: so what are we waiting for? Peter Winsley has a long association with biochar, dating back to before the establishment of NZBRC in 2007. You may find here, his frequently referenced 2007 ‘Biochar and … Continue reading
A new report Co/ our friends at ANZBI which includes some NZ content. Click on the cover image below to download from ANZBI website… SummaryBiochar and wood vinegar are emerging technologies with numerous applications in agriculture and environmental remediation. Advocates … Continue reading
TL: FAR miscanthus (still too green)TR: baled miscanthus, Co/ MiscanthusNZBL: flame-cap trench productionBR: miscanthus biochar Report Co/ Dennis Enright, BNNZ chair “A plot of mature miscanthus growing at the FAR research centre at Tamahere was offered to BNNZ members to … Continue reading
Biochar Network New Zealand (BNNZ) is delighted to hear the government announce in their budget further funding to assist farmers to respond to the impacts of global warming. Continuing with their commitment to moving towards a low carbon economy, providing … Continue reading
Celebrate with biochar events in Pukekohe and Bombay on 27 and 28 April … Continue reading
The new book by Albert Bates and Kathleen Draper has been getting rave reviews from inside and outside the international biochar community. I tried to buy online but the shipping costs more than double the price. I’ve been in touch … Continue reading