BOKASHI THERAPY

Bokashi Therapy is done by burned and lies down the body in Bokashi with heating 60-70 degree Celsius. That Bokashi is made from saw dust substances, spices bran and mineral, which is fermented through EM Technology. Bokashi ingredients will ferment and produce organic composed (enzyme, fructose, amino acid, protein, lactate acid) and heat. That Organic composed and heat having peculiar property as healing. When the body perspire, toxin of body is released through the sweat.

Bokashi Therapy caused the toxin and fatty acid in the body is throwed away toward the skin. The heating surprised in the body irritated nerves system worked well, make fluent the circulation of blood, and the body is healthier than before.

FAQ: 1

Q1: What is the difference between EM, EM-X, Xtra(EM) Filtered, and Xtra(EM) UV Sterilized?

A: EM products differ from Xtra(EM), and other filtered antioxidants (EM-X), because EM contains live beneficial microorganisms whereas Xtra(EM) contains primarily bioactive substances produced through unique pre and post fermentation processes. Live Efficient Microbes are widely known for their health benefits as well. Xtra(EM) is specifically made for those who want the benefits of the fermentative bioactive substances such as antioxidants without ingesting the microbes themselves. Though the beneficial microbes are safe, it should be known that those who do drink the living EM product do so without our recommendation.

Q2: What are the powders and how are they used?
1. Amron Ceramic A Powder (“powder for paint”)
2. Super Cera – C Powder
3. Terra Ceramic Powder
4. EM-X Ceramic Powder, Revitol 7

A:

1. Amron Ceramic A Powder, or “paint powder”: To be used before painting in order to prevent “sick house syndrome”. With 1-2 Tbsp per 1 gallon of paint before use, the toxic smell/fumes should be gone in 2 days. This may be used in a variet of industrial settings besides paint as well. 

2. EM Super Cerra C Powder: Used in paint, glue, and concrete to prevent “sick house syndrome”. Use 1 tablespoon per gallon of paint. Add to soil at a 1% ratio, to carpet and wallpaper adhesives at a 1-3% ratio. Add to concrete at a 1-3% ratio.

3. EM-X Terra Ceramic Powder: Used as a soil enhancer, to structure water, or added to Bokashi to increase the fermentation process. Mix with Efficient Microbes (EM) or apply directly to soil to enhance biological support for effective microorganisms and increase their effectiveness.

Recommended usage: 30 gms per kilogram of soil amendment or 30-40 kgs/hectare. Add 1% Terra powder to Bokashi will accelerate the fermentation process and increase the quality of the compost produced. Not as finely ground as other ceramics, it is not recommended to be use as a spray as it may cause clogging.

4. EM-X Revitol 7: A high grade of Ceramic powder which can be used in construction. It is more refined and can be used to make ceramic pottery, just add to clay at 1-5% ratio.

Q3: What is the difference between EM and EM-AG. How do the photrophic organisms affect the activation and usage?

A: EM and EM-AG are used and activated in similar ways. The primary difference between them is the amount of phototrophic bacteria found within the culture. EM-AG has more light dependent organisms, making the culture more concentrated and powerful than the original EM culture, however, there are not enough of these phototrophs to affect or change the activation process. It is suggested that additional mineral powder such as bentonite clay be added for EM-AG activation. Sufficient natural light is also highly recommended before pH drops below 3.9.The only culture with light sensitive activation is our most concentrated product, EM Photo, which must be activated in a controlled environment such as a laboratory.

Q4: How can I tell if my EM has gone bad?

A: Test the pH. If it is below 3.7, your culture is still good. If you are using the generation you bought from Certified Dealers, your culture should last one year from when it was bottled. If it is second generation, extended in your own home, it should be kept no longer than one month, as long as it maintains the proper ph.

EM-1® Applications for Ponds, Pools, and Aquariums

Water Gardens and Ponds

Healthy water gardens and small ponds offer a valued aesthetic attraction to the home or business. These pools, however, develop their own ecosystems that can easily go out of balance.

If the water is left stagnant for too long, mosquitoes will start to inhabit the area, algae begins to form in the water, and odors can start to appear. Adding in a feature that circulates the water can cut down on these problems. Depending on the water quality, however, algae and calcium deposits may still form.

Using EM•1® Microbial Inoculant on a regular basis will help to keep enough beneficial microbes in the system to keep nutrient levels low enough to prevent the growth of algae. EM-1® also has the ability to neutralize salts—which can act as a natural chlorinator—and prevent them from crystallizing on pool surfaces.

The monthly application ratio is 1:10,000, which is 1 part EMAS (EM-1® Activated Solution) for every 10,000 parts of water. It is recommended that this dosage be applied in weekly increments, rather than all at once.

The water temperature should be 5°F above freezing. EM Bokashi Packets are also recommended. Allow several weeks for the materials to do their work. Some sludge from the bottom will likely surface creating an unsightly scum. Leave it and let nature do its bioremediation – as it will disappear shortly.

  

Hot Tub and Swimming Pool Applications

Many of us would gladly use hot tubs and swimming pools more frequently, if it weren’t for the harsh chemicals that can be so irritating to the skin and eyes. Conventional treatments attempt

to use antibacterial approaches for creating a sterile environment in the water. This antiseptic approach of destroying all bacterial life in the water often makes a bad situation worse. Healthy and beneficial microflora are what sustain biodiversity in our environments and help to build natural defense systems. Using Activated EM (AEM) to naturally remediate the water helps to keep nutrient levels low enough to prevent the growth of algae, and acts to keep the water microstructured – which is soothing to the skin.

For hot tubs and pools, it is recommended to use AEM in combination with natural salts— which acts as a natural chlorinator. Salt consists of two elements: sodium (Na) and chlorine (Cl). An electrical impulse in salt dosing devices splits the elements into sodium hydroxide and natural chlorine, which helps to keep the pool clean without the harsh chemical negative side-effects.

There are a variety of factors which contribute to maintaining clean and healthy water quality systems—such as climate, evaporation, temperature, and frequency of use. Under normal circumstances, the ratio for swimming pools is 1 part AEM to 10,000 parts water. For a swimming pool that is 20,000 gallons in size, the application rate would be 2 gallons of AEM. For hot tubs, the application ratio is 1:2500. So for the average size hot tub of 500 gallons, the application rate would be 3 cups of AEM. Application rates depend on frequency of use. If the swimming pool or hot tub is used on a daily basis, then the AEM should be applied every week. If they are used moderately, then apply AEM every two weeks. If used infrequently, then apply once every month.

 Aquariums and Fish Ponds

Water quality management is crucial for keeping aquariums healthy and clean. In that fish droppings and residual foods also pollute the water, it is important to mix the AEM in the water at a ratio of 1:1000 every month to help remediate the water. This would be ¾ of a teaspoon

per gallon of water or 1 ounce for a ten gallon fish tank. It is recommended that this dosage be applied in weekly increments, rather than all at once.

When changing the water, it may be best to change approximately half of the water on a regular basis. If your tap water is chlorinated, let it set overnight in a large container in order to allow the chlorine to off-gas – and be sure to include the K-Type Ceramics, which promote the micro-structuring of the water. Before adding the replacement water, be sure to include the AEM at the 1:1000 ratio. Additionally, N-Type Ceramics (one bag for every 10 gallons) are effective in absorbing nitrogen, which produces algae growth. S-Type Pipes, K-Type Pipes, and the Yugo Ceramic Balls all work well for aquarium bedding applications.

  

Nature Does It Best!

Recycle Water Waste using EM-1

EM1 Application in Homes to preserve the Environment.

A simple system for recycling of water waste using EM1

Enzymes vs Microbes

Commercial enzymes contain a very low concentration of substrate-active enzymes when compared to those enzymes produced naturally by our microbial products in a biologically balanced treatment plant.

Commercial enzymes oxidize a chemical reaction once and then wash out. They disturb the microbial balance of a system and have to be added continually in large quantities for lasting effect.

Generally, enzymes (which are proteins with a 'half life') share the following characteristics:

1. Unlike bacteria they are not self regenerating;
2. They have an optimum pH range of 4.5–6.0. Most effluent streams operate within a range 5.5-10;
3. Enzymes generally have a thermal range of 20°C–40°C. The temperatures in many biological systems seldom reach 20°C;
4. Unfortunately for the effluent engineer, enzymes solubize COD (organic wastes) thus they enter wastewater as an emulsion and are flushed down-line. When their chemical activity ceases, they allow the organic contaminant to 'drop out' of solution and cause blockages; and
5. Enzymes often leave behind contaminating residues. Conversely, bacteria degrade COD, breaking down the organic wastes into their constituent natural compounds (such as water and natural gasses).

As a result, commercial enzymes generally do not work optimally.

Fermentation

What is Fermentation, 
and why is it so much better than composting? 


Fermentation is a process of treating organic waste which uses anaerobic microbes, rather than aerobic microbes.  It is similar to the process of pickling - a pickled onion for example still looks like an onion, although inside it has changed completely.


The advantages of this process are many, including reduced greenhouse gas emission, a more nutritious end-product, and far easier management. 


A comparison of the two processes is as follows:

Composting	Fermenting
Can produce foul odours	Sweet-smelling, or odourless
Can attract rodents	No rodents
Can attract flies and other insects	Does not attract any insects, including flies
Produces heat	Produces no heat, all energy retained
Requires mechanical and labour input	Done in-vessel and requires no turning
Produces significant greenhouse gases	Produces minimal greenhouse gases
Takes up to 6 months to produce	Takes about 4 weeks to produce
Is unstable and reactive until complete	Is stable and storable immediately
Low nutrient value of end-product	High nutrient value of end-product
Produces leachate	No leachate, all nutrients retained
Only certain products can be composted	ANY organic material can be fermented

SELANGOR AGROFEST 2011