Understory
Making biochar with hand-built piles
| Authors: | Timothy Nicosia |
| Published: | March 4, 2024 |
| Type: | Fact Sheet |
Abstract
Woody biomass waste material is generated as a byproduct of forest management activities, defensible space clearing, tree trimming, or removing hazard trees. Learn how this byproduct can be used to make biochar using slash piles.
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Last updated July 17, 2025