Dr. Maxwell Tengolzor Ba-an, the Charcoal Briquette and BioChar Project Supervisor at Millar Institute for Transdisciplinary and Development Studies (MITDS), recently spoke at a regional workshop in Bolgatanga, emphasizing the importance of biochar in sustainable agriculture. Apexnewsgh reports
The workshop brought together stakeholders from various organizations to discuss policies and strategies for climate change mitigation, sustainability, and agriculture.
Dr. Ba-an highlighted the benefits of biochar, a product made from grass, which can be used as a sustainable alternative to chemical fertilizers.
He explained that biochar improves soil fertility, structure, and water-holding capacity, making it an effective tool for environmental sustainability and climate change mitigation.
The project, which has received funding for two years, aims to train women in rural communities to produce biochar and use it to improve their crops. Dr. Ba-an emphasized that biochar is a cost-effective and environmentally friendly solution for rural farmers, unlike chemical fertilizers which are expensive and harmful to the soil.
The project has already seen success in the Northern region, where five men’s groups have been trained to produce biochar. Dr. Ba-an expressed his hope for the project to influence national policies and promote sustainable agriculture practices.
In his role as field supervisor, Dr. Ba-an oversees the training of women in the production and use of biochar. He emphasized the importance of empowering women in agriculture and promoting sustainable practices to protect the environment and mitigate climate change.
The biochar project is a step towards achieving sustainable agriculture and environmental sustainability in Ghana. With its potential to improve soil fertility, reduce chemical fertilizer use, and mitigate climate change, biochar is an innovative solution for rural farmers and a promising tool for sustainable development.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
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