PANCHAGAVYA – Growth Promoter With Micro Nutrients & Immunity Booseters
Sanskrit word Panchagavya means “mixture of five products of cow”.
It has been in use as an effective bio-fertilizer, bio-pesticide and growth promoter since ancient times in India.
Ingredient |
Quantity |
Fresh Cow dung |
50 kg |
Cow’s urine |
30 litres |
Cow’s Milk |
20 litres |
Curd |
20 litres |
Ghee |
10 kg |
Jaggery |
30 kg |
Tender coconut water |
30 litres |
Banana |
120 |
Procedure:
- Mix all the above ingredients in a barrel and keep in a cool place.
- The contents should be mixed well twice a day in the morning and evening in clockwise direction.
- Continue the process of stirring for 18 days and Panchagavya will be ready to use since then.
Note: During the process of preparation if the contents harden after few days resulting in difficulty in stirring, then add a little water and mix well.
PREPARATION OF PANCHAGAVYA
PANCHAGAVYA READY TO BE USED
3% solution has been proved to be the most effective
Ie. 3 L Panchagavya mixed with 100 L Water
Direction for use:
Mix 3 litres of Panchagavya with 100 litres of water and can be used for Spraying
Soil drenching
Seed treatment
Sapling treatment
compost enrichment
Drip Irrigation: Mix 5 – 6 L of Panchagavya with 200 L of water and can be used in drip irrigation. |
Organic Matter Enrichment: Mix 10 L of Panchagavya with 100 L of water and use it for 1 MT of compost for enrichment. |
Soil Drenching & Spraying: Mix 5 – 6 L of Panchagavya thoroughly with 200 L of water and subsequently use the solution for soil drenching or spraying. For soil drenching use ½ – 1 L per plant. |
Seed / seedling Treatment: Use 3% solution of Panchagavya by soaking seeds or dipping the seedlings for 20-30 minutes before planting. |
Effective growth promoter consisting of 16 different types of micro and macro nutrients which helps strengthen immune system of plants.Uses:
- This liquid formulation helps in quick absorption of nutrients compared to fertilizers in solid form.
- Promotes drought resistance by developing deep and extensive roots which helps plants withstand longer dry periods.
- Effectively prevents pest infestation and diseases.
- Efficiently activates photosynthesis.