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Biochar & soilsJuly 8, 2026

New Report: U.S. Biochar Industry Reached Around $157M In Economic Value In 2025

A new report by the American Biochar Institute (ABI) shows that the U.S. biochar industry reached approximately $157 million in economic value in 2025. This significant growth reflects increasing interest in biochar as a viable carbon removal and soil improvement solution. The report highlights biochar's potential to create sustainable value chains while permanently capturing and storing carbon.

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