Charcoal & Biochar Making Course

Course Highlights:

• Charcoal Production Techniques: Master the process of creating high-quality charcoal using ring and retort kilns. Our expert instructors will guide you through the step-by-step methods, ensuring you gain a comprehensive understanding of the techniques involved.
• DIY Kiln Construction: Learn how to build your own kiln using 45-gallon oil drums. This practical, cost-effective approach allows you to produce charcoal at home, making sustainable practices accessible to all participants.
• Biochar Creation: Explore the transformation of charcoal into biochar, a valuable soil amendment. You'll be introduced to various feedstocks, preparation methods, and activation processes to produce effective biochar.
• Charcoal for Barbecues: Discover how to produce high-quality charcoal perfect for barbecues. We will cover the best types of wood to use, how to achieve the ideal burn, and how to create a product that enhances flavor and burns efficiently.
• Packaging and Selling Your Charcoal: Learn how to bag up and market your charcoal effectively. We will discuss packaging options, labeling requirements, and marketing strategies to help you sell your product to local markets, friends, and community members.

Benefits of Biochar:

• Soil Improvement: Biochar significantly enhances soil structure, increasing water retention and nutrient availability. Its porous nature facilitates better aeration and root development, leading to healthier plants.
• Carbon Sequestration: As a stable form of carbon, biochar can remain in the soil for centuries, helping to mitigate climate change by reducing atmospheric CO2 levels.
• Waste Reduction: Turning garden and forestry waste into biochar reduces the volume of organic waste in landfills, promoting a more sustainable environment.
• Enhanced Soil Microbiology: Biochar supports beneficial soil microorganisms, creating a more robust and diverse soil ecosystem.
• Sustainable Horticulture: By improving soil health and reducing the need for chemical fertilizers, biochar encourages sustainable horticultural practices.

This course offers valuable insights and practical skills for gardeners, allotment holders, environmental enthusiasts, and anyone committed to sustainable living. Learn how to transform organic waste into a beneficial resource that enhances both your land and the environment. Additionally, discover the commercial potential of your charcoal production, from barbecues to local sales.

Join us for a day of learning, creating, and making a positive impact on the world around us!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Warminster, United Kingdom