Oregon Si
Tephra Volcanic Ash
It’s the future of agriculture and a way to help save the planet.
Just visit out NEWS page to see the amount of studies and investments being made in
the application of Volcanic Products, not only on farmland but in the ocean as well..
NOT ALL VOLCANIC ASH IS CREATED EQUAL.
Oregon Si Tephra Volcanic Ash is great way to improve soil structure and fertility, it also captures atmospheric carbon and sequesters it permanently as a “carbonate”. That beging said it should also be mentioned that not all volcanic products are created equal, some do a better job sequestering carbon due to their chemical make up (Oregon Si has high silica content). Some are more eco friendly, meaning no drilling, blasting or crushing is required (Oregon Si particle size considered “Tephra” a volcanic ash and is ready for use in its natural form. Some have ph issues, being either too acidic or alkaline. (Oregon Si has a ph of 6.8)
IMPROVES SOIL HEALTH
Enhanced Soil Structure
Enhanced Fertility
Improved water retention
pH Balancing
IMPROVES CROP POTENTAL
Enhanced Crop Productivity
Enhanced Stress Resistance
CAPTURES CARBON
Physical Trapping
Chemical Reactions
Biological Processes
Eco Friendly
Eco-Friendly: Choosing Oregon Si tephra volcanic ash as a naturally weathered material presents several advantages, including energy efficiency, cost-effectiveness, reduced environmental impact, and ease of application, When compared to the process of high impact mining needed to crush and grind basalt rock to a fine particle size that is called “Enhanced Rock Weathering” The equipment and energy needed to quarry basalt and crush it down to a useable particle size is extensive and has it own large carbon footprint.
Cost Effective
Cost-effective: The use of volcanic ash minerals like Oregon SI can be a cost-effective alternative to traditional fertilizers and soil amendments. Its long-lasting effects reduce the need for frequent reapplication, ultimately saving farmers inputs in the long run.
Captures Carbon
Carbon Sequestration: Volcanic ash, being composed of volcanic rock fragments, is itself a form of carbon sink. When applied to farmland, the ash can act as an additional carbon sink, helping to capture and store atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2) in the soil. Volcanic ash plays a role in carbon sequestration. By utilizing this ash in row crop cultivation and vineyards, farmers can benefit from its natural properties, resulting in improved soil fertility, enhanced crop yields, and environmental sustainability through carbon sequestration.
Net Zero Farming
By utilizing this ash in row crop cultivation and vineyards, farmers can benefit from its natural properties, resulting in improved soil fertility, enhanced crop yields, and environmental sustainability through carbon sequestration.
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CARBON SINK PROGRAM
The Oregon SI Method is the development of sustainable farming methods that is essential in combating climate change and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. This proposed method to aims transform row crops into carbon sinks by incorporating Oregon SI into the soil.