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A Japanese word that means:
“fermented organic matter”First stage Second stage
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A two stage decomposition process that
recycles organic material into humus - a soil
amendment.
First stage: anaerobic fermentation in a
closed container with Effective
Microorganisms (Bokashi Mix) added.
Second stage: aerobic decomposition in the
soil or in compost pile.
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Anything that was once alive will
decompose.
This includes plant and animal
material.
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A mixture of Effective Microorganisms,
wheat bran and molasses,
which is combined with organic material in a
bucket.
This begins the fermentation
process.
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Discovered and developed by a Japanese
agronomist, Dr. Teruo Higa in 1968 are:
Selected species of microorganisms which
are responsible for the anaerobic
fermentation process in the closed container.
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An anaerobic process accomplished by the effective microorganisms which are a catalyst for fermentation.
Added organic material will not change in appearance, but is structurally and chemically changed.
The aerobic decomposition process is completed in the soil.
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Little odor will be produced. A sweet
molasses smell is common.
After 2 – 3 weeks of fermentation in the
bucket, the contents are turned into
garden soil or added to a composting
bin.
This begins the aerobic decomposition.
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Any size with a lid.
Bucket in a bucket
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Add & mix 1 heaping tbsp. of mix per cup
of scraps – only to that addition.
Compact the addition to eliminate air.
Cover the addition with plastic, then a
piece of cardboard, then a weight on top.
Then cover the bucket.
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Maintain at about 50%, similar to coffee grounds.
Add dry shredded paper / cardboard to absorb excess moisture.
Do not allow free standing liquid in the bucket.
Spigots may get plugged with organics.
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Dried leaves, plants, grass trimmings, nut
shells, pits, toothpicks, match sticks.
Paper products: towels, napkins, tissue,
shredded paper, cardboard.
Avoid glossy & waxed papers.
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Natural fibers: string, thread, rope
Natural textiles: cotton, wool, silk, felt,
burlap.
Cork, saw dust,
Green leaves, grass, weeds without
seeds, flowers
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Fruit / vegetable scraps & pulp, coffee &
tea, with filters, grains, cereals
Left over food, crushed egg shells
hair, whiskers, fur.
Brewery / wine making leftovers, vegetarian
animal manures, outdated dog/cat food.
Meat, cheese, bones are OK in Bokashi
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Metal, plastic, glass, aluminum
Diseased plants
Weeds with seeds
Wood ash – small amounts OK
Anything growing mold – moldy food
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Pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, etc…
Glossy, slick colored paper, waxed paper
Dog, cat, pig, pet bird manure
Fresh citrus – may cause odors. Dry it first.
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•Select a spot where you want
amend the soil – 12” from plant
roots. Bucket contents are acidic.
•Dig a hole 12” – 24” deep.
•Add bucket contents, mix with soil,
then cover the hole. Water, then
mulch on top.
•Decomposition in about 3 months –
depends on soil temperature.
Bury in the soil
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Select
Dig
Mix
Water
Bury
Mulch
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Donate to a community / school garden.
Give it to a friend with a garden.
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Chop / cut all scraps before adding.
Use a heaping tablespoon of mix per cup of
scraps. More is OK.
Keep the bucket out of direct sun and away
from heat sources.
Optimum air temperature for bucket is 70-
100 F.
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Keep the lid tightly closed.
Save scraps for a few days, then add.
Do not add material that is growing mold.
Add right amount of mix, extra is OK
Compress scraps after each addition.
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Add dry paper/leaves to absorb excess
moisture and / or drain via spigot.
Some white mold /fungi may grow on top
Its OK.
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Read- learn more about method.
Its experiential ! Do it, you learn it.
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Urban settings - requires little space,
little effort.
Useful in desert - requires little water.
Can be sized to individual / family
needs.
Convenient for those with physical
limitations.
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Closed system: no bugs, rodents, odors,
cats or dogs.
Easy: no watching, turning, watering.
Can be done year round. Indoors in
Winter.
Takes all food scraps.
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Recycling rather than landfilling or
garbage disposal.
End product improves garden soil.
Does require Bokashi mix
Does require 2 stages
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pH – acidic
Dilute with
10 parts water
to 1 part leachate
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Acid develops in bucket….
Not a hospitable environment for
composting worms.
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www.teraganix.com
www.amazon.com
www.bokashicompostinghq.com
www.bokashicycle.com
SCDProbiotics.com
“ An Earth Saving Revolution” 1998 by Dr. Teruo Higa”
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