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An Emerging Agricultural Practice Offers New Promise for a Climate-Smart Future

In Connecticut, with its abundant forests and farmland, Wei Ren, a researcher at the UConn Department of Natural Resources and the Environment, sees an opportunity to lead in climate-smart agriculture (CSA) using biochar.

Ren's team recently reviewed nearly 600 global studies on biochar, exploring its potential as a CSA practice. Biochar, made from organic waste through pyrolysis, enhances soil health, water retention, and nutrient density while sequestering carbon. Their research suggests that biochar, alongside other CSA practices, can sustainably boost food production, reduce emissions, and enhance soil quality. Ren envisions utilizing Connecticut's resources, like tree waste, to produce biochar locally, fostering a circular economy and climate-resilient agriculture.

Ren emphasizes collaboration and interdisciplinary efforts, leveraging UConn's outreach via UConn Extension to disseminate findings and gather feedback from farmers. As they seek further funding, Ren's team aims to keep biochar production local, aligning with the shift towards resilient and sustainable food systems amid the pandemic.

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An Emerging Agricultural Practice Offers New Promise for a Climate-Smart Future
In Connecticut, with its abundant forests and farmland, Wei Ren, a researcher at the UConn Department of Natural Resources and the Environment, sees an opportunity to lead in climate-smart agriculture
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