Biochars for use in composting
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1. A method for controlling composting parameters during the composting process, the method including the steps of providing composting material, adding treated biochar to the composting material to create a mixture and composting the mixture to create a compost.
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Abstract
A method and system is provided for using biochar in composting environments to control temperature, moisture, acid and pH levels, odors and bacterial cultures. The method further includes treating the biochar prior to combining it with the compost to further control such parameters.
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- 1. A method for controlling composting parameters during the composting process, the method including the steps of providing composting material, adding treated biochar to the composting material to create a mixture and composting the mixture to create a compost.
- 16. A compost created from a composting process, the compost including a mixture of treated biochar and composting material, wherein the treated biochar comprises between 0.1-15% by volume of the compost.
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