High-Performance Biochar 'Soratan' Now Available at Agricultural Supply Stores Nationwide!

High-performance biochar 'Soratan,' which improves soil health and reduces greenhouse gases, is now available for professional farmers nationwide. Previously limited by region, the product can now be purchased at agricultural supply stores, seed shops, fertilizer dealers, and JA stores. In response to high demand for home gardening, the company is also refreshing the packaging for its 'Home Gardening Soratan' and is holding a 'Package Design Voting Campaign' to celebrate. The voting period runs from May 28 to June 4, 2026. Users can vote by following the official Sakata Seed Instagram account and commenting with an emoji on their favorite design. Soratan is an innovative agricultural material that combines TOWING's proprietary biochar pre-treatment and microbial cultivation technology with research from the NARO (National Agriculture and Food Research Organization). By improving soil health, it reduces the need for chemical fertilizers and promotes organic conversion, while also boosting crop quality and yield. It contributes to greenhouse gas reduction through carbon sequestration and the upcycling of local biomass. TOWING, a green and agritech startup from Nagoya University, is committed to realizing sustainable next-generation agriculture.