International Biochar Initiative Publications Poultry Litter Biochar – a US Perspective

This paper outlines the specific characteristics of poultry litter (PL) biochar based on existing research and literature, a limited number of demonstration projects in the US, and the potential market opportunities for this type of biochar. It highlights the general characteristics of PL biochar, the benefits of PL biochar production, the challenges  for farmers, the uses for PL biochar (outside a soil amendment), and the alternative uses for poultry litter.