Bokashi

The word Bokashi means fermented Organic Matter in Japanese and it is an aerobic semi-decomposition process taken by microbes under controlled conditions. click here for a PDF explaining Bokashi in full

Functions of these Ingredients and possible alternatives/additions.

-       Microbiology and mineral inoculants. Cow dung/Any type of manure

-       Homogenization of biotic and non biotic properties of mix. Clay soil/Old Bokashi/Compost

-       Silicon rich source as improver of physical characteristics in the mix. Woodchip/straw/hay/Cereal hulls

As we are talking about a high quality product produced under controlled conditions, the previous ingredients have to be supported by others in order to increase the quality of the amendment. The functions and the ingredients are:

-       Improvers of structure and texture of the Bokashi (among others benefits). Charcoal (in our case we use activated charcoal)

-       Source of Carbohydrates and Vitamins. Cereal Bran

-       Source of minerals (macro, micronutrients and trace elements). Ashes/Rock Dust/specific minerals

-       Source of sugar for microbes. Apple Juice/Molasses/Brown sugar

-       Microbiological inoculants to start the fermentation process. Commercial Yeast/local wild Yeast


Different groups of microbes develop as the Bokashi matures.  Juanfran has catured these on his microscope and they are set out in the graphic below. Click here for more detail.

 

click here for a PDF explaining Bokashi in full

  • Seasonal Yoga Sundays

    28th April 2018 at Ragmans Lane Farm

    (and 8th July, 23rd September, 18th November)

    How can our yoga practice truly nourish the changing needs of our body when our energy ebbs and flows on the tides of the inner and outer seasons of our lives?

    This is an invitation to take 'time out' each season and restore your vitality through yoga. An opportunity to enjoy a relaxed day of yoga practices which support the energy of the time of year.

    Starting with Spring we look for our yoga to nourish and re-awaken us, gently opening the body and releasing the tightness that winter can leave stored in us These Sunday sessions can be 'standalone' or combine to offer a yogic journey through the seasonal year.

    For further details and booking visit www.yogawithalirose.co.uk

    or email ali@yogawithalirose.co.uk

    Ali’s teaching asks us to be curious about finding a practice to meet our ever-changing needs. Her teaching style is inclusive, encouraging a wide range of students to find a practice which brings them the riches of Yoga. Seeking to infuse her teaching with the wisdom that we are woven into the fabric of nature and its cyclical wisdom (not separate from it) you will be encouraged to claim a yoga practice that leaves you feeling rejuvenated and replenished!

    Ali has trained with Maarten Vermaase of the BWY, and her teaching style is influenced by the work of Uma Dinsmore- Tuli and Kate Ellis. Ali teaches regularly in the Forest, runs workshops and residential weekends.


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