Sustainable Management of Aflatoxin-Contaminated Dried Figs
ABSTRACT: Fig fruit is a sacred and symbolic fruit in the Holy book, and Ficus carica L. (fig) is one of the species widely found in the natural flora of the Mediterranean. It is also one of the oldest cultivated plants in the world. Turkey is the major producer and exporter of dried figs, exporting […]
Treehouse Biochar Project
ABSTRACT: Treehouse California Almonds has partnered with Sitos Group to launch a first-of-its-kind biochar production facility that will transform almond shells into high-value biochar—an agronomic tool and carbon removal solution—while creating local jobs, advancing agricultural sustainability, and setting a replicable model for the broader agricultural industry. Located in California, the facility is designed to process […]
Shisa Macadamia Shell Eco-Briquettes
OBJECTIVES: Shisa’s primary objectives were to divert macadamia shells from landfill or open burning, replace wood and charcoal fuels that drive deforestation and offer a carbon-neutral energy source. By converting waste into premium briquettes, Shisa Macadamia Shell Eco-Briquettes reduce the industry’s environmental footprint while providing farmers and processors with a new revenue stream. In doing […]