Turning Waste Into Opportunity With Zack Farr

This week on Modern Farming, we sit down with Zack Farr, Founder and CEO of Biotech Applied Research (BAR), to discuss how innovation is transforming agricultural and environmental challenges into opportunities.As a third-generation citrus grower, Zack witnessed firsthand the struggles facing Florida agriculture and set out to create practical solutions. Through BAR, he is pioneering the use of biochar, a carbon-rich material produced from wood waste, to improve soil health, enhance water quality, sequester carbon, and support sustainable farming practices.In this episode, Zack shares how one of the nation's first mobile biochar operations is bringing cutting-edge technology directly to farms and job sites, turning agricultural waste into valuable resources. He also discusses the importance of circular nutrient management, rural economic development, and creating "green collar" jobs that strengthen both local communities and the environment.Join us for a conversation about the future of agriculture, the power of innovation, and how farmers can play a leading role in environmental stewardship.