Dear Stovers, If we remove too much biomass we will disrupt the functioning of the ecosystem. The biomass contains nutrients, protects the soil from erosion, and produces soil as it decomposes. At the very least the mineral nutrients (ash) need to be returned to the land. Biochar could replace some of the "stolen" water holding ability. Bob
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