Biochar's impact on sugarcane
+15–25%
biomass yield increase in trials using bagasse-derived biochar
−N₂O/CH₄
reduced nitrous oxide and methane soil emissions through lower nitrogen fertiliser use
100%
circular: sugarcane bagasse returns to the cane field as biochar
The sugarcane circular model
The sugar industry generates enormous quantities of bagasse — the fibrous residue after juice extraction. This bagasse is the ideal feedstock for biochar production: locally available, in large volumes, with a chemical composition well-suited to producing high-quality biochar.
The biochar produced from bagasse is then applied directly back to the cane fields. The result is a closed-loop model that valorises agro-industrial residues, improves soil health, boosts yields, and generates certified carbon credits — entirely within the company's own production chain.
Sugarcane bagasse
Residue from mill pressing
Pyrolysis
Converted to biochar + renewable energy
Application
Biochar applied back to cane fields
Result
+biomass + lower emissions + CDR credits