AI-Enhanced Carbon Sink Planters for Dryland Farming

The AI‑Enhanced Carbon Sink Planter is a climate‑smart agricultural innovation by Soil Doctors that combines regenerative biochar technology with artificial intelligence to restore degraded soils, boost crop yields, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Africa’s drylands. Each planter contains a formulated mix of biochar, organic matter, beneficial microbes, and rock minerals, which, as it decomposes, creates a nutrient‑rich ring around plant roots — ensuring over 85% tree survival in arid conditions. The integrated AI system provides real‑time soil and crop monitoring, predictive weather and yield forecasts, and optimized biochar application guidance via mobile and USSD platforms. Designed with and for smallholder farmers, including women, youth, and persons with disabilities, this solution strengthens food security, builds climate resilience, and creates new livelihood opportunities while contributing to global climate action goals.