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. Developed bio dynamics agriculture in 1924. An Austrian
philosopher, social reformer, architect, and esotericist.
4. WHAT IS BIODYNAMICS AGRICULTURE?
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. USES 5 SOURCES OF ENERGY EARTH AIR WATER FIRE COSMO S
Cont.
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. 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. 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. 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.
11. OF
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. 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. Homeopathic solutions are extracted from animal manure,
plants and minerals. These extracts are sprayed to treat soil
3.HOMEOPATHIC SOLUTIONS
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. * 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. 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. 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. Cont.
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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. BD PREPARATIONS
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. 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
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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. 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