{"title":"Biochar Station","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"stainless-steel-portable-biochar-kiln","title":"Stainless Steel Portable Biochar Kiln","description":"\u003cp\u003eBiochar is a porous, carbon-rich product soil conditioner that can absorb and retain water, nutrients, and beneficial microbes. Adding biochar to your garden can drastically increase the health of your soil and harvests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese portable kilns offer a safe and efficient way to start making biochar for your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-read-link=\"\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"read-more-link\" data-scroll=\"#full-description\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed from durable stainless steel, this portable biochar kiln is a high-quality investment designed to last. This kiln provides a reliable and effective way to produce biochar,\u003cspan\u003e a highly porous, carbon-rich product capable of absorbing and retaining water, nutrients, and beneficial microbes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"docs-internal-guid-8e8793dd-7fff-3764-59a9-169134aedd28\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest known for the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eterra preta\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (dark earth) soils created by indigenous peoples in the Amazon basin, biochar has been used for centuries. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eBiochar is a very porous form of carbon, that has been \"charged\" with nutrients and micro-organisms. These nutrients and beneficial microbes thrive in the pores of the charcoal, and slowly feed the soil when added to a garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike other additives, biochar does not decompose quickly. This means it can help mitigate climate change by locking carbon in the soil and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Thanks to its ability to improve soil structure, support plant growth, and sequester carbon, biochar is an important tool in regenerative agriculture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Benefits:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreating biochar at home helps turn waste into a valuable soil amendment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan id=\"docs-internal-guid-f33d7e65-7fff-4c6f-bf4a-e88356aeb668\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBiochar is generally alkaline, helping to neutralize acidic soils and improve pH balance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel construction is built to last\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo sizes offer 3 \u0026amp; 6 gallon capacities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduce up to 6-12 litres of biochar per burn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe kiln can produce biochar in as little as 20 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEfficient design ensures a clean burn with minimal smoke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel legs provide maximum stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes heat-resistant gloves, watering can, and care instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRead our article on how to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learn.eartheasy.com\/guides\/supercharge-your-soil-with-biochar\/\"\u003eSupercharge Your Soil With Biochar\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for more information on making and using this valuable soil conditioner in your garden.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSmall Kiln:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 13 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInner Chamber Dimensions: 15.5\" tall x 7.5\" diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutside Dimensions: 15.5\" tall x 9.3\" diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChimney height of 3.75\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolume: 3.2 gallons \/ 12 liters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for small scale gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMedium Kiln:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 19 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInner Chamber Dimensions: 17.5\" tall x 10\" diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutside Dimensions: 15.5\" tall x 12\" diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChimney height of 3.75\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolume: 6.3 gallons \/ 24 liters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for larger gardens and nurseries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen using the biochar kiln, add larger material to the bottom (1\"-2.5\" diameter) and smaller biomass at the top that will easily light and start the fire. Leave the top portion of the kiln off until the fire has caught, and then put the chimney on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsing Biochar:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBiochar can make up between 10-20% of your topsoil. You can apply this amount all at once or gradually over a few seasons. Once the biochar has been made in the kiln, we recommend mixing it into your composting system. That way, every time you add compost to your beds, \"charged\" biochar will be added as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdding the biochar to your compost pile is a great way to increase microbial activity and fertility within the structure of the biochar, which is then transferred to your garden when you add the compost-biochar mix. Mix in biochar at least 3-4 weeks before using it in your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther Ways For Charging Biochar:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce you've \u003cspan\u003eproduced biochar in the kiln,\u003c\/span\u003e it's ready to be \"charged\" or inoculated with nutrients and microorganisms. Uncharged biochar can absorb nutrients and microbes from the surrounding soil, stealing resources from plants. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are several methods to charge or inoculate biochar:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Soil Addition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adding biochar directly to the soil allows it to absorb nutrients, water, and microorganisms from the surrounding soil. This requires a waiting period of 3 to 6 months before planting to ensure the biochar is fully charged and won't compete for resources\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdding Alongside Amendments:\u003c\/strong\u003e Biochar can be mixed with soil amendments and added to the soil simultaneously. We recommend to do this at least 6 weeks before planting to allow the biochar to fully integrate with the soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoaking In Compost Tea:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Compost tea can be used to charge biochar. In a large drum, add compost, worm castings, and soil from the planting area to introduce local microbiology and nutrients. The biochar should be soaked in this mixture for 10 to 12 days, with regular aeration for optimal results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMixing With Compost:\u003c\/strong\u003e Our favorite way to charge biochar is to simply add it into your compost pile! 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