PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1404826
PUBLISHER: Grand View Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1404826
The global enriched biochar market size is expected to reach USD 74.7 million by 2030, registering a CAGR of 8.7% from 2024 to 2030, as per the new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The growth is attributed to the growing demand for organic food. Enriched biochar serves as a sustainable soil amendment that helps improve soil fertility and structure. It can enhance nutrient availability, water retention, and microbial activity in the soil, leading to improved plant growth and yield. It helps increase organic carbon in soils and is responsible for soil enhancement, which results in augmenting crop productivity.
Organic products are generally perceived to have lower pesticide residues, as synthetic pesticides are prohibited in organic production. Consumers are increasingly concerned about the potential health effects of pesticide residues in food, especially for vulnerable groups like children and pregnant women. The demand for organic products also stems from the need to support local and small-scale farmers who often use organic farming practices. Consumers may view organic products as a way to promote sustainable and community-based agriculture. Thus, the advancing demand for organic food products is anticipated to drive the product demand over the forecast period.
Moreover, enriched biochar can significantly improve soil fertility and structure. It has a high surface area, porosity, and cation exchange capacity, allowing it to retain and slowly release nutrients to plants. Recent studies have shown that the application of the enriched biochar can enhance soil nutrient levels, improve water retention, and promote beneficial microbial activity, leading to higher crop yield. For example, a study published in the journal Science of the Total Environment (2021) demonstrated that the use of enriched biochar in rice cultivation improved soil fertility and increased rice grain yield by 20%.