Agrocomposit
Biochar-compost composites for supporting site-specific soil agro-ecosystem functions and climate change mitigation
As part of the circular economy, the recycling of biogenic residues can contribute to closing material and energy cycles. In the Agrocomposit project, the focus is on fertilizers and soil conditioners that are produced by composting with the addition of biochar ("agrocomposites").
In Hungary, Norway and Switzerland, regionally available biogenic residues are converted into high-quality resources. With the help of practice partners from biogenic residue treatment and agriculture, resulting agrocomposites will be investigated for their agronomic benefits, soil quality, and environmental impacts.
Biogenic residues are converted into organic fertilizers and soil conditioners ("agrocomposites") through composting with the addition of biochar. Regionally available biogenic residues in the project countries are utilized for composting and biochar production.
The agrocomposites are analyzed for nutrient and carbon and pollutant contents. Promising agrocomposites are subsequently tested in pot and field trials by Agroscope with regard to their agricultural and ecological benefits. FHNW will apply life cycle assessment, cost-effectiveness calculations, and environmental risk assessments to compare agrocomposites against other fertilizer and biogenic residue management options.
Project duration: | 2023-2026 |
Funding agency: | SNSF, Project Number: 31SL30_214524 |