Subhi Salman

What I specialize in

I specialize in soil fertility management and the development of sustainable, bio-based solutions for agricultural and ecological restoration. My expertise bridges soil science, biochar innovation, and regenerative agriculture, with a particular focus on enhancing soil health through the application of natural amendments such as biochar, compost, and mineral inputs. I design and implement strategies that improve nutrient cycling, water retention, and carbon sequestration, while addressing soil degradation, pollution, and climate change mitigation. My work emphasizes nature-based solutions and circular bioeconomy principles to transform organic waste into value-added soil products, fostering resilient and sustainable agroecosystems.

Previous projects

• Bio-Based Soil Fertility Products: Developed novel soil amendments such as biochar and compost derivatives, aimed at enhancing nutrient cycling and supporting regenerative agriculture.

• Biochar Innovation: Produced and optimized biochar from various organic waste streams, and evaluated its performance in controlled soil trials for improving soil structure, fertility, and plant productivity.

• Soil Fertility Optimization: Assessed the impact of organic and mineral inputs on soil health parameters, including nutrient availability, microbial activity, and water retention, with a focus on long-term soil functionality.

• Carbon Sequestration: Designed and validated soil-based carbon removal strategies using natural amendments, ensuring compliance with MRV protocols and carbon certification standards.

• Soil Remediation: Applied biochar and phytomining techniques to manage heavy metal contamination in agricultural soils, supporting land rehabilitation and safe food production.

• Land Reclamation: Created ecological restoration models for degraded and arid soils using organic inputs to rebuild soil structure, organic matter, and productivity.

• Regenerative System Consulting: Provided technical guidance on circular bioeconomy integration, converting biomass waste into value-added soil enhancers for sustainable land-use systems.

How can I help you

1. Leading Soil Fertility Projects
   I design, coordinate, and lead soil improvement projects—from diagnostic assessments to field implementation—ensuring they are scientifically sound, context-specific, and aligned with regenerative and circular economy principles.

2. Developing and Applying Bio-Based Soil Solutions
   I formulate and validate natural soil inputs such as biochar, compost, and mineral amendments derived from organic waste, ensuring agronomic effectiveness and environmental compatibility.

3. Providing Strategic Oversight
   I oversee the full project lifecycle, from R&D planning and field trials to data analysis, reporting, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring measurable outcomes and adaptive management.

4. Supporting MRV-Compliant Carbon and Soil Strategies
   I help align nature-based solutions with carbon certification frameworks and MRV standards, enabling participation in carbon markets through verifiable soil carbon practices.

5. Advising on Regenerative Agricultural Design
   I consult on the design and implementation of regenerative systems tailored to diverse agroecological zones, transforming degraded or underperforming lands into productive, resilient systems.