revealing biodynamic agriculture

1. SUBMITTED TO: DR THOMAS ABRAHAM
BY GROUP 7

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

22.  Composting creates
healthy soil, humus ,
Nitrogen to support
healthy crops.
 consists of different herbs,
vegetative matter, sheep
manure , straw, cow
manure etc.
1.COMPOSTING

23. • 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.

24. • Compost improves the soil’s 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.…

25.  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.

28.  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.

29.  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.

31.  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

34. BD
PREPARATIONS

35.  Preparation 500 is made by filling a
cow’s 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

36.  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

38. NAPA VALLEY,CA

39. CONCLUSION
 Biodynamic farmers don’t
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”

40.  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)
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