How to Make Jeevamrit and Other Natural Farming Bio-Formulations

The success of natural farming depends on mastering a few key bio-formulations. These preparations—made entirely from locally available materials—replace synthetic fertilizers and pesticides while building long-term soil health.

Jeevamrit: The Foundation of Natural Farming

Jeevamrit is a fermented microbial culture that dramatically increases beneficial microbial activity, improves nutrient availability, and attracts earthworms.

Ingredients

• 200 liters of water
• 10 kg fresh local cow dung (within 24 hours)
• 5-10 liters cow urine
• 2 kg jaggery (brown sugar)
• 2 kg pulse flour (gram flour/besan)
• One handful of soil from farm bund

Preparation Steps

1. Fill barrel with 200 liters of water (rainwater or well water preferred)
2. Add 10 kg fresh cow dung—ideally from indigenous breeds
3. Pour in 5-10 liters cow urine
4. Add 2 kg jaggery (food for beneficial bacteria)
5. Mix in 2 kg pulse flour
6. Add a handful of farm soil (inoculates with local microbes)
7. Stir thoroughly, moving in one direction for 2-3 minutes
8. Cover loosely with jute bag or cloth
9. Leave in shade for 48 hours, stirring once or twice daily

Ready when you see frothy surface and smell distinct fermented odor.

Application

Foliar spray: Dilute to 10% (1 part Jeevamrit : 9 parts water)

Important: Use within 12 days of preparation.

Ghanjeevamrit: Dry Version for Storage

Can be stored for up to 6 months.

Preparation

1. Spread 200 kg fresh cow dung on clean surface
2. Sprinkle 20 liters liquid Jeevamrit over it
3. Mix thoroughly
4. Form heap 2-3 feet high
5. Cover with jute bags for 48 hours
6. Spread in sunlight to dry (2-4 days)
7. Store in jute bags

Application

• Year 1: 1000 kg/acre
• Year 2: 800 kg/acre
• Year 3+: 500 kg/acre
• During flowering: Additional 50 kg between crop lines

Beejamrit: Seed Treatment

Protects seeds from fungal and bacterial diseases.

Ingredients

• 5 kg fresh cow dung
• 5 liters cow urine
• 50 grams lime
• One handful of farm soil
• 20 liters water

Preparation

1. Mix cow dung thoroughly in 20 liters water
2. Add cow urine and mix well
3. Dissolve lime in small amount of water, add to mixture
4. Add handful of farm soil
5. Cover and ferment overnight (12-24 hours)

Treating Seeds

• Small seeds: Dip 30 minutes, dry in shade before sowing
• Large seeds: Coat thoroughly, dry 1-2 hours before sowing
• Tubers/rhizomes: Dip 5-10 minutes, plant immediately

Panchagavya: Growth Promoter

Made from five cow products.

Ingredients

1. Cow dung (7 kg fresh)
2. Cow urine (3 liters)
3. Cow milk (2 liters)
4. Cow curd/yogurt (2 liters)
5. Cow ghee (1 kg)

Preparation

• Days 1-3: Mix cow dung and ghee, stir twice daily
• Day 4: Add cow urine
• Days 5-7: Add milk and curd, continue stirring
• Days 8-15: Allow to ferment, stirring daily

Ready when it develops pleasant, sour smell.

Application

3% spray (3 liters per 100 liters water) every 15-20 days during growing season.

Essential Tips

Storage

• Use earthen pots or plastic containers—avoid metal
• Keep in shade at all times
• Use wooden or plastic implements for stirring

Sourcing Materials

• Indigenous cow breeds produce dung/urine with higher microbial content
• Use freshest materials possible
• Jaggery should be unrefined

Cautions

• Don't apply under direct hot sun—apply evening or early morning
• Never mix with chemical fertilizers or pesticides
• Ensure well water is not contaminated with chemicals

Mastering these bio-formulations provides all essential inputs for successful natural farming.