RCDTC CARBONIZER SALE LANE PROJECT
Summary
SCH Number
2026011109
Public Agency
Resource Conservation District of Tehama County
(RCD-TC)
Document Title
RCDTC CARBONIZER SALE LANE PROJECT
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
1/30/2026
Document Description
The project involves the removal of approximately 80 acres of end-of-life prune orchard on the PATH Property and the on-site processing of orchard biomass into biochar using a low-emissions, controlled thermal processing system (e.g., carbonizer). Generated biochar will be crushed as needed and reapplied to agricultural soils on the project site as a soil amendment.
The purpose of the project is to improve soil health, sequester carbon, reduce emissions associated with traditional orchard disposal methods, and support sustainable agricultural land management. Project beneficiaries include the landowner, surrounding agricultural operations, and the broader community through improved air quality and climate benefits.
Contact Information
Name
Amy Kendrick
Agency Name
Resource Conservation District of Tehama County
Job Title
Project Coordinator
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Address
Phone
Location
Cities
Red Bluff
Counties
Tehama
Regions
Citywide
Zip
96080
Total Acres
80
Parcel #
041-310-014-00, 041-310-007-000, 041-310- 009-000, 041-320-014-000, 041-310-006-000
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Public Resources Code Section Class 4, 15304 (e) minor alterations to land
Reasons for Exemption
The project consists of routine agricultural orchard removal and soil amendment activities occurring on previously disturbed farmland. Biochar production will be conducted using controlled, low-emissions technology and does not involve open burning. No expansion of agricultural use, new land conversion, or development is proposed. The project will not result in significant environmental effects related to traffic, noise, air quality, water resources, biological resources, or cultural resources.
County Clerk
Tehama
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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