Indian Union Minister Nitin Gadkari emphasized the importance of biochar in boosting soil organic carbon and improving agricultural productivity at the Biochar Production Conference in Nagpur. He called for scaling up biochar production and application as a sustainable farming practice, alongside investments in quality seeds and regular soil testing. Biochar, a stable carbon-rich material made from biomass, can enhance soil fertility, water retention, and long-term carbon storage. Gadkari urged experts to demonstrate its financial viability and make it accessible to farmers. The conference, organized by Agrovision Foundation, attracted young farmers and agtech firms, signaling growing interest in climate-friendly agricultural solutions.
