Workshop : Biochar — How to make and use

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Martijn Jager, workshop instructor, making Biochar

Martijn JAGER, workshop instructor and founder of Carbon Conscious Creations, making Biochar

Past dates:
º March 16th: fully booked

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🌿 Unlock the Secrets of Soil Enrichment with Biochar! 🌱

Join us for an exclusive workshop brought to you by Carbon Conscious Creations, in collaboration with the Orchard of Flavours Botanical Garden.

🌳 Workshop Highlights:

✨ Topic: Biochar - Transforming Your Soil, Transforming Your Garden
✨ Date & Time: Saturday, March 16th, 1:30PM to 6:00PM
✨ Price: 55 EUR
✨ Location: Orchard of Flavours Botanical Garden (https://goo.gl/maps/4Qeg8gR1EeUr4pvL8)

🌱 Why Biochar?

Discover the wonders of Biochar, a long-lasting soil amendment that elevates your soil's quality by enhancing aeration and water-holding capacity. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting, this workshop is designed for anyone looking to take their soil health to new heights.

🔥 Meet the Expert: Martijn JAGER

Founder of Carbon Conscious Creations, Martijn JAGER will be your guide on this journey into the world of Biochar. Learn how to transform waste woody biomass into the ultimate carbon storage solution using the flame cap method. This low-tech yet highly efficient approach guarantees high-quality Biochar production.

Martijn Jager making biochar while teaching workshop

Instructor Martijn JAGER making Biochar using a pyramid kiln while teaching workshop

Making biochar using a production kiln

Making Biochar using a production kiln

🌳 What to Expect:

  • Biochar Production: Step-by-step guidance on creating Biochar using the flame cap method

  • Application Techniques: Learn how to seamlessly incorporate Biochar into the soil during tree planting and explore other application options

  • Q&A Session: Engage with our expert, Martijn JAGER, and get answers to all your Biochar-related queries

🌿 Why Attend?

  • Gain valuable insights into sustainable soil practices

  • Elevate your gardening skills with practical knowledge

  • Contribute to a healthier environment through responsible waste management

🎟️ Limited Spaces Available!
For quality reasons, limited openings: maximum 14 people per workshop

Secure your spot for this enriching workshop and embark on a journey towards a greener, more sustainable gardening.

 

If you have any further questions, please feel free to write us an email! miguel@orchardofflavours.com

🌱 Transform Your Garden, Transform Your World with Biochar! 🌍

 

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Biochar application as a soil topping

Starting application of Biochar on a planting bed.

Biochar spread as a soil topping

Biochar spread on a planting bed before being mixed into the soil.

Biochar application in a trench

Biochar application in a trench.

Plant roots growing on biochar

Plant roots happily growing on Biochar.

 

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I want to thank the whole team, and mention that it is rare to find a place like this, where scientific knowledge is offered for a symbolic value, and where the interest behind it is not monetary but environmental education. Wonderful!
— Eliseu, Portugal (Terra da Alma)
The workshop was very valuable to any gardener, experienced or beginner.
— Rob

If you have any further questions, please feel free to write us an email! miguel@orchardofflavours.com

Orchard of Flavours seen from above May 2023