Biofertilisers (fermented brews)

What they are

Biofertilisers are liquid fertiliser with a high range of added minerals which are in balance and have a  stable energy as result of an anaerobic process (fermentation) based in a biological inoculant such as fresh cow manure. Specific microorganisms or minerals can be introduced throughout the fermentation process.  In this way we can adjust the brew to meet the farmer´s requirements to balance out specific deficiencies.

 

This product mimics the processes taken millions years ago by microbes before Oxygen become available in the atmosphere; this means that the efficiency of the fermentation is lower than Aerated processes; the efficiency is to produce around 2 molecules of ATP from each molecule of sugar through the process.

 

The source of energy for the fermentation is from the process in the product by itself ( i.e. the energy derived from the microbes metabolising themselves ), without adding any energy in the form of oxygen into the brew through the process; this feature make a stable product to use as a long term, giving the chance to store it as well. In this sense it is different from aerated teas that develop more rapidly, but are less stable and not possible to store. 


What are biofertilisers for?

These brews are used mostly to feed, re-cover and re-activate soil biology, increase plant fertility and animal health, also encouraging crop protection against pests and diseases.

How do they work?

At the end of the process the product content will contain a high range of available minerals (macro and micronutrients, trace elements ...), Organic Acids, proteins, vitamins, enzymes, carbohydrates, amino acids and different microbiology that will work in symbiosis with the natural processes in the plant and soil, developing and improving a nutritional and biological balance and a natural defence mechanism.

  • Eco Shamanism - Year Training

    Eco Shamanism One Year Training April 2017 - March 2018 

    'Becoming one with our Earth'

    8 - 11 June 2017

    (scroll down for more dates)

    A series of six 3 day weekends every two months studying the contemporary areas of shamanism with an emphasis on eco reciprocity. You will be embarking on your own personal eco shamanic journey within a community of like minded beings (and the more than human world) whilst also learning all the major shamanic healing techniques. There will be a certificate of completion awarded following the course if all weekends have been attended and assignments completed.

    Areas covered are (but not limited to) as follows:-

    Perception, awareness and sensation - diving into ourselves as Earth - a marriage of senses and spirit (the sixth sense).

    Genius loci - spirits of land and nature, space and place; accessing places and spaces of power; connecting to the more than human world (plants, animals and other earth forms).

    The elements - a deep look at fire, earth, air and water (the course is designed around the cycles of the year).

    Energetic medicine techniques and the recovery of power - identifying and remedying misplaced energy and power.

    Soul retrieval - the return of spirit essences for a more fulfilled life, for you, others and the more than human world.

    Pilgrimage and vision quest - understanding the process of the journey within and without.

    The shamans horse (drum, rattle, sistrum and bell) - healing circles and the instrument’s voice or song.

    Psychopomp (death and dying) - assisting the dying and dead to find their true place of rest.

    The beginning and end game - the nature of time, connection to source, authenticity, the ego and icons.

    Dates: all weekends run from 6.30pm Thursday to 3 - 4pm Sunday and places are limited to 14.

    2017
    April 6 - 9 / June 8 - 11 / July 27 - 30 / October 12 - 15

    2018
    January 11 - 14 / March 8 - 11

    Further details and booking page at click here or contact Mandy direct tel: 01594 541850 mobile: 07805 800313 email: info@mandypullen.co.uk

    Course requirements: It is helpful if you know how to journey shamanically and there is an opportunity to learn this technique at a Learn to Journey workshop or, if you are not local, via Skype (please contact me separately). You will also need a shamanic drum (this can be borrowed and does not need to be owned). A commitment to all six weekends is required.

    Cost: Fees include all tuition, vegetarian meals and accommodation and can be paid in instalments over the year - please contact me to arrange this option. You will be required to commit to all 6 weekends.

    Deposit to book your place: £150 followed by
    Concessions - 2 places available £1290 less £150 deposit - £1140
    Super Early Bird by 1 Oct 2016 £1350 less £150 deposit - £1200
    Early bird price by 1st Jan 2017 £1500 less £150 deposit - £1350
    Full Price after 1st Jan 2017 £1650 less £150 deposit - £1500

    Tutor Details:

    Mandy Pullen is a shamanic practitioner based in the Forest of Dean. She runs workshops on shamanism and co leads workshops with Jane Embleton based on the Solar Festivals, the Phases of the Moon and the planets. Mandy lived at the farm over 20 years ago and set up and ran the organic garden and box scheme.


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