Why enriched biochar is beneficial for soils

It utilises DG-Lite, dispersible granular technology as a carrier to quickly release the chemistry with no residue left after normal irrigation.

It also does not contain any of the ingredients commonly associated with phytotoxicity or scorch meaning it can be safely applied in the morning and watered-in to activate the product in the evening without risk to the turf.

Carbon Gold’s enriched biochar products offer a revolutionary solution for promoting soil health and enhancing the growth of trees and plants.

Enriched biochar is not just a one-dimensional solution; it offers numerous benefits to the soil. The addition of enriched biochar to soil helps to break up compacted soil and improve water retention, creating a perfect growing environment for trees and plants. Furthermore, the enhanced porosity of the soil ensures optimal air circulation and moisture control, which are essential for healthy plant growth.

who want to ensure the healthy growth and development of trees and plants should consider using Carbon Gold’s enriched biochar products. By incorporating enriched biochar, landscapers can rest assured that they are providing their projects with the necessary resources for optimal growth and flourishing.

Nestled between the Yorkshire Dales and Lakeland Fells, Casterton Golf Club in South Cumbria has undergone radical expansion in recent years under the guidance of Owner and Head Greenkeeper Peter Makinson.

The underlying limestone rock provides excellent drainage, ensuring the course is playable year-round but poses a challenge to Peter and his team in their attempts to retain moisture and nutrients in the profile.

That’s where his feeding programme from Origin Amenity Solutions (OAS) comes in – with particular successes seen last year in switching from spot treatments to broader applications of TriCure Ad Granular.

Peter has used products from the OAS portfolio, specifically the Headland brand, for the last 15 years.

“The TriCure Ad Granular product is easy to apply and for the last few seasons, we have been using it to target particularly problematic areas around the course with good results.”

However, with the prolonged period of hot and dry weather experienced last year, Peter extended his use to wider applications - providing some relief to their non-irrigated greens. “We started with an application at a rate of 24g/m2 at the beginning of the season with the plan to reapply every three months. However, we closely monitored the weather and could react by getting the spreader out, covering two to three greens per night, and watering it in using taps and hoses.”

TriCure Ad Granular product offers an effective solution in situations where spraying is not feasible.

“It’s easy to spread and breaks down well, with no pickup on the mowers afterwards” Peter adds.

“The beauty of being able to apply it as and when we needed it most meant we got through the challenging summer retaining adequate coverage and recovering quickly when the rain returned.”

Having demonstrated its effectiveness, Peter now plans to extend applications of TriCure Ad to the tees for the upcoming season.

“As we look for ways to manage the challenges that mother nature throws at us, knowing how this product works on our ground and the results we get with the resources we have available, it’s the next logical step.”

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Unlike plain biochar, Carbon Gold’s products are infused with natural biology and beneficial bacteria, which work in tandem to counteract the issue of nutrient lockup. This unique blend of microorganisms not only unlocks the nutrients trapped within the biochar but also stimulates soil microbes, which in turn improves soil fertility and promotes healthy growth.

Carbon Gold’s enriched biochar products also help to sequester carbon in the soil, thereby mitigating the effects of climate change. With enriched biochar, the carbon is locked away in the soil for centuries, reducing atmospheric carbon levels and providing a sustainable solution for carbon capture and storage. Landscaping professionals

Attraxor keeps Poa at bay at Kirkhill

Scott McKittrick, Course Manager at Kirkhill Golf Club, has revealed how Attraxor has helped him to suppress Poa annua and has resulted in the greens playing firm, true and fast.

“Our greens consist of approximately 60%-70% annual meadow-grass and because of this we would have to be aggressive with the turf,” he said. “We would double cut and roll, and it took a lot of time and labour.

“I spoke to Ramsay MacGregor (Amenity Specialist for Agrovista Amenity) and he told me a lot about a product which he believed to be brilliant at supressing annual meadowgrass seed heads.” The product Ramsay introduced to Scott was Attraxor ® - a BASF product which has been shown to effectively regulate growth of managed amenity turf.

The active substance, Prohexadione, inhibits the gibberellic acid pathway, which results in a reduction of turf height and turf biomass. Furthermore, as well reducing clippings it also suppresses the seed heads of Poa annua.

Key advantages include:

• Attraxor is formulated for rapid foliar uptake –as quick as 4 hours from application.

In summary, Carbon Gold’s enriched biochar products offer a comprehensive solution for promoting soil health and enhancing the growth of trees and plants. With their unique blend of natural biology and beneficial bacteria, enriched biochar is the key to unlocking the full potential of soil.

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• Superior performance against Poa annua pioneering.

• Attraxor can be used earlier or later in the season at cooler temperatures compared to other growth regulators.

• Consistent growth regulation of turf grass species.

• Root formation is also promoted through the use of Attraxor® whilst turf colour and quality are enhanced.

Scott initially applied Attraxor at the recommended minimum rate of 375 g/ha and was instantly impressed.

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