BIODYNAMIC AGRICULTURE

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  1. 1. SUBMITTED TO: DR THOMAS ABRAHAM BY GROUP 7
  2. 2. ANURAG JOSEPH GREENE(12BSCAG009) ADANI KAPEINI(12BSCAG046) PRITESH PATIDAR(12BSCAG069) SHWETA KUMARI(12BSCAG086) ANIL KUMAR YADAV(12BSCAG090) DHEERAJ PANCHOLI(12BSCAG100) SHREEKANT PATIDAR(12BSCAG102) ADARSH SINGH THAKUR(12BSCAG128) SUBHENDHU TRIPATHI(12BSCAG132) KHUSBOO(12BSCAG36) GROUP MEMBERS
  3. 3. Developed bio dynamics agriculture in 1924. An Austrian philosopher, social reformer, architect, and esotericist.
  4. 4. WHAT IS BIODYNAMICS AGRICULTURE?
  5. 5. Biodynamics derived from two Greek words, bios-life and dynamos-energy .Thus it refers to working with the energies which create and maintain life. It is a system of organic agriculture which recognizes the biological and chemical values of soil and treats farm as living system to build healthy living soil. It started in India in early 90s when Peter Proctor was asked to come to India by Sri T.G.K. Menon in 1993 defining..
  6. 6. USES 5 SOURCES OF ENERGY EARTH AIR WATER FIRE COSMO S Cont.
  7. 7. It is holistic understanding of agricultural farming that treats soil fertility, plant growth and livestock care as ecologically interrelated tasks. It emphasizes the use of composts and inputs made from various herbal, mineral and manural raw materials excluding the use of artificial chemicals on soils and plants. SALIENT FEATURES
  8. 8. Emphasizes on integrating farm animals, the use of astronomical sowing and planting calendar*. It is one of the first sustainable Agricultural movement ; produces a living soil and healthy plants as a result of coordinated work of earthly and cosmic energies. Cont.
  9. 9. Biodynamics relies on the following three concepts: 1. Two field sprays -- These are called BD 500 which is made from horn manure and BD 501 made from horn silica 2. Five compost preparations -- These preparations are a mix of herbs that are added to compost Concept of biodynamic
  10. 10. 3. A moon planting calendar -- This calendar is one you've probably never seen before. It's a correlation between different parts of the plant, the cycles of the moon, and an astrological chart.* The first spray mentioned in the list above BD 500 - - works in the roots of plants and the second spray, BD 501, works its magic by influencing light and growth of plants when sprayed onto leaves. Cont.
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  12. 12. 1.PLANT DIVERSITY Plant diversity plays an important role on a biodynamic farm by providing natural habitat that incorporates into the farm ecosystem. we utilize plant diversity to help nature and decrease pest problems.
  13. 13. Raising an assortment of animals encourages healthy soils, reduces fewer parasites , pest and weeds and the manure is used in the compost. 2.ANIMAL DIVERSITY
  14. 14. Homeopathic solutions are extracted from animal manure, plants and minerals. These extracts are sprayed to treat soil 3.HOMEOPATHIC SOLUTIONS
  15. 15. The dynamic part of the biodynamic agriculture method draws attention towards the fact that various forces beyond the earth have an effect on plant growth.* 4.LIFE FORCES
  16. 16. * NEW MOON AND FULL MOON INFLUENCES :- In the 48 hrs leading up to the full moon there appears a distinct increase in the moisture content of the earth. The growth forces of the plants seems to be enhanced. During full moon period there is quick seed germination , fast plant growth , and a rapid regrowth of any cut or pruned vegetation.
  17. 17. There appears a quicker cell division and a tendency of elongation of growth. The full moon influences allow good absorption of liquid manures. Cont..
  18. 18. In ascending period, size of moon increases and earth breathes out. This period is meant for growth activities of above ground parts. During this the SAP FLOW in plants is more which strengthens the plant parts. In descending period, size of moon decreases and earth breathes in. During this, underground parts are activated more. Ascending and descending period of moon
  19. 19. Cont.
  20. 20. Effect of planets: The influence of these forces on a particular part is more at a particular time or period. MOON, MERCURY & VENUS-influence growth of plants. MARS ,JUPITER & SATURN-influence the yield &quality. Effect of constellations: constellations are related to four basic elements i.e. EARTH, FIRE, WATER and AIR. These elements can be correlated with the four plant part i.e. ROOT, LEAF, FLOWER and FRUIT. Planetary influences
  21. 21. Composting creates healthy soil, humus , Nitrogen to support healthy crops. consists of different herbs, vegetative matter, sheep manure , straw, cow manure etc. 1.COMPOSTING
  22. 22. Compost improves the structure of the soil. This allows more air into the soil, improves drainage and reduces erosion. Compost improves soil fertility by adding nutrients and by making it easier for plants to take up the nutrients already in the soil. This produces better yields.
  23. 23. Compost improves the soils ability to hold water. This stops the soil from drying out in times of drought. Compost can reduce pests and diseases in the soil and on the crop. Therefore, Cont.
  24. 24. Biodynamic farmers make use of cover crops for dynamic accumulation of soil nutrients, nematode control, soil loosening, and soil building Used in the areas which are prone to soil erosion. E.g. Green gram, Cowpea , Sesamum, Chili, Leafy vegetable.
  25. 25. Crop Rotation provides soil enrichment , natural habitat, encourages beneficial insects while reducing soil compaction and recycling plant nutrients into our soils. They also stabilize soil during heavy rains and hold moisture during drought periods.
  26. 26. planned association of two or more plant species in close proximity so that some cultural benefit (pest control, higher yield) is derived. increases biodiversity on the farm which leads to a more stable agro ecosystem.
  27. 27. Crops grown for the purpose of restoring or increasing the organic matter content in the soil are called green manure crops. Their use in cropping system is called Green Manuring, where the crop is grown in situ or brought from outside and incorporated E.g.. Dhaincha, Sun hemp, Green gram, Black gram, Cowpea etc. 6.GREEN MANURING
  28. 28. BD PREPARATIONS
  29. 29. Preparation 500 is made by filling a cows horn with cow dung. It is buried in the soil during the cooler months(Nov-Feb) and cow should be fed with good quality fodder two days before filling the horns. The horns should be buried in a pit about 16-18 inches. The preparation after four months have turned into dark humus It is sprayed up to four times a year. BD 500- COW HORN MANURE
  30. 30. BD 502 is prepared by using Yarrow Plant Flowers (Achillea millifolium) . The Yarrow Flowers are cut from the plants in summer or autumn. In spring season, the Yarrow flowers are dried and place into a stags bladder. Hang the bladder in a tree facing the sun. The bladder is taken down and buried in the soil within an earthen container. BD 502-YARROW FLOWERS
  31. 31. NAPA VALLEY,CA
  32. 32. CONCLUSION Biodynamic farmers dont consider their crops as items of consumption, but rather as agriculture grown by stimulating their spirits which are bonded to the environment. Biodynamics is a scientifically sound approach to sustainable management of plant systems
  33. 33. BIODYNAMIC FARMING, where spirit matters(A V Singh) Biodynamic Farming and compost preparation(ATTRA) Linda Chalker-Scott, Ph.D., Extension Horticulturist and Associate Professor, Puyallup Research and Extension Center, Washington State University Handbook of Organic Farming Theory and practical manual: Organic Farming(S P Palaniappan) Reference