Biochar as an Important Resource in Aquaculture
Lakhyajyoti Das*
Dept. of Aquaculture, College of Fisheries, Assam Agricultural University, Raha, Assam (782 103), India
Shubhanshu Bind
Dept. of Aquaculture, College of Fisheries, Assam Agricultural University, Raha, Assam (782 103), India
Kaustubh Bhagawati
Dept. of Aquaculture, College of Fisheries, Assam Agricultural University, Raha, Assam (782 103), India
DOI: NIL
Keywords: Activated biochar, Biochar, Growth, Water quality
Abstract
Biochar and activated charcoal, derived from biological substances through pyrolysis, supports animal health by removing toxins, enhancing organ function and clearing harmful heavy metals from the gut. It acts as a cleansing agent in water purification and helps in carbon sequestration as it is the purest form of carbon. Integrating activated biochar into animal feed or bedding helps neutralize contaminants, improve digestion and boost overall well-being. Biochar from waste such as paddy straw, often burned after rice harvests, can be converted into biochar or activated biochar, creating valuable products for agriculture, water purification and animal husbandry. This transformation addresses environmental issues and fosters a circular economy by turning waste into valuable resources.
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