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Bokashi: upgrading local organic residues
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About this good practice
Resources needed
- sufficient biomass flows in the region from different sources.
- partners that: own biomass flows, have knowledge of Bokashi making process and legislation, landowners to apply Bokashi.
- cost per metric ton: €10,- for inputs: minerals, bacteria. €10,- for labour and machinery.
Evidence of success
The results of the experiments (first 4 years) show an an increase in yield for grassland compared to conventional manure. Compared to maize the yields where somewhat lower than conventional manure.
The results for soil quality do not show very large differences after three years. The soil treated with Bokashi does have a higher amount of soil biology.
The five farmers that tested Bokashi will keep using Bokashi. One of the farmers is setting up a 'Green station' to produce Bokashi locally.
Potential for learning or transfer
The practice is potentially interesting for parties that:
- want to learn more on the Bokashi making process
- monitor and compare effects/ results of Bokashi
- want to set up a Bokashi chain or 'green station': guidelines, succes factors, law and economics.
In the Netherlands approximately 40 Bokashi projects/ initiatives have started. They are monitored by and share their results with the Dutch organization Circulair Terreinbeheer. www.circulairterreinbeheer.nl
Further information
Website
Good practice owner
Van Hall Larenstein
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