Tag Archives: bio-inputs

Making Bio-Inputs for the Winter Crop

On the 2nd of November, after electing the Governing Body, Dr. Prabhudesai led a workshop on making bio-inputs, using EM as a key ingredient.

Dr. Prabhudesai leading a Bio-inputs-making workshop

Farmers saw the preparation of rice-wash,  extended EM,  bokashi, vermicompost and basic bio-composting in windrows.

Earthworms for vermicompost and making bokashi together

Earthworms for vermicompost, and making Bokasih

 

We will shortly put up a file with detailed instructions on how to make these for the benefit of other farmers, but in the meantime you can follow the link below for more reading on using EM.

Effective Microorganisms - a cocktail of good bacteria and fungus used for farming

Effective Microorganisms (EM) is widely recognised now as a great bio-input for agriculture. It is the base to make several forms of natural fertilisers and pesticides to keep the farm healthy.