Superfood and super Fertilizer: Baobab Biochar
Methodology
Centralised Steel Kon-Tiki
Country
Zimbabwe
Annual Removal Capacity
1,300 Tons
Local Operations Partner
Organic Farming Academy
Overview
The first-of-its-kind project in Zimbabwe stands out through professionality, automated processes, skilled artisans, rigorous tracking and exceptional biochar quality. Baobab shells, which are usually burnt, accumulate in vast quantities at the baobab processing sites. CarbonConnect and the Organic Farming Academy trained Climate Agents in the areas Rushinga, Mudzi, and Birchenough Bridge, who now utilize the residues for biochar production. This combination of the superfood, that is the baobab powder and biochar creates an exceptional symbiosis that serves as a role model for how we should consume food in accordance with planetary boundaries. This project has recently received an estimated rating of AA - BBB by Sylvera.
Process
The baobab shells are stored dry and tested for moisture before they go into production. Every batch is normalized and accounts for the identical volume of feedstock and hence biochar output. Every bag of biochar receives a QR-code so it can be referenced.
Results
This project creates income and job stability for 30+ families in areas where there is little to no economic opportunity. It utilizes waste that is otherwise burnt and pioneers to introduce biochar fertilizer to Zimbabwe - a country that has been referred to as "Africa's bread basket".
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