Frequently asked questions

- What is biochar?__
_Biochar is the carbon rich end product when biomass, such as wood, manure or leaves, is heated with little or no available oxygen.

- What is BMC™?__
_BMC™ is a product developed by AnthroTerra comprising biochar, clays, minerals and organic components.  BMC™ utilises the positive aspects of biochar (expand)

- Do biochar and BMC™ improve plant growth and crop yield?
_AnthroTerra BMC™ is a purpose designed mixture of biochar, minerals and organics (expand)

- How much does BMC™ cost and how much do I need on my crops?__
_The formulation and application rate of the BMC™ depend on the crop (expand)

- How does biochar reduce greenhouse gases?__
_ _The biomass used as the raw material for biochar production would otherwise degrade naturally, be burnt or treated (expand)

- Is biochar the same as charcoal?
_Biochar and charcoal are similar, but the term biochar is used for a high carbon product specifically produced as a soil enhancer.

- Where can I source some BMC™ to try?
_AnthroTerra produces BMC to meet the requirements of specific applications. Please contact us with your application to discuss a formulation.

- What raw materials can be used to make biochar?___
_Just about any form of biomass can be used to produce biochar (expand)

__More Information

__CSIRO biochar fact sheet

_ -The International Biochar Initiative (IBI) Costa Rica Case study