Continuous Biochar Reactor to Improve Crop Nutrient and Water Retention
Continuous Biochar Reactor to Improve Crop Nutrient and Water Retention
Due to the natural geography of the Palouse, farmers face multiple challenges with water distribution and nutrient retention in crops. Improvements can be made through the introduction of a charcoal-like substance called biochar, which has properties that allow for increased nutrient retention and water absorption in soil. The development of a small, low-cost biochar reactor would help mitigate the negative geographical effects the Palouse presents and allow farmers to increase crop yield.
Attend Our Technical Presentation
3:00 p.m. Friday, April 29 – Session 5
Team Members
Kaitlyn Harvey - Biological Engineering
Matthew Kraak - Biological Engineering
Xiangchen Wei - Electrical Engineering
Slade Castle - Mechanical Engineering
Matthew Evans - Mechanical Engineering
Client/Sponsor
Joe Stanley - Stanley Solutions
Faculty Advisor
Russell Qualls - U of I Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering
Meet Us at EXPO April 29
Booth Number: C (Outdoors)
Join us in-person 9 a.m.-12 p.m. April 29 in the Idaho Central Credit Union Arena on the Moscow campus during our annual Engineering Design EXPO! Browse all student team booths. Maps are available on-site.