Bokashi One Effective Microorganisms - 1KG

Step By Step Guide To Composting With Bokashi One

1. Position the plastic grate on the ledge near the bottom of the bucket with the knob upright. Make sure the tap is in the off position.
2. Place your kitchen waste in the bucket and sprinkle a handful of Bokashi One Mix over every layer of waste. As a guide, use approximately 1 tablespoon of mix for every cup of waste. Use more Bokashi One Mix when adding high-protein foods, eg meat, fish, cheese and eggs.
3. Check that the lid is closed tightly at all times.
4. Regularly drain the Bokashi juice produced using the tap at the base of the bucket. 
5. Repeat this layering process until the Bokashi One bucket is full.
6. Once full, the waste is ready to be buried. 
7. If you have two Bokashi One buckets, begin the process again in your second bucket, allowing the contents of the first bucket to continue to ferment. Continue to drain off the bokashi juice regularly.
8. Wash your Bokashi One bucket after each use.

Note: the waste does not break down in the bucket; it is fermenting and will reduce in volume as it loses water content. Complete breakdown of the waste and the composting process occurs when it is buried in the soil

Q: What can I compost with Bokashi One?

A: Bokashi One composting is versatile and can handle a wide range of kitchen waste. You can compost nearly all kitchen scraps, including items that were once alive. However, it's best to avoid large bones and excessive liquids. Here are examples of what you can compost with Bokashi One:

• Fruit and vegetables
• Prepared foods
• Cooked and uncooked meats and fish
• Dairy products
• Eggs
• Bread
• Coffee grounds
• Tea bags
• Wilted flowers
• Tissues

Q: How should I bury Bokashi waste?

A: Burying Bokashi waste is a simple process that enriches your soil on a microbial level. Here's how to do it:

1. Dig a hole or trench that is approximately 20-25cm (8-10 inches) deep in your garden or designated compost area.

2. Add the Bokashi waste to the hole, ensuring it is evenly distributed.

3. Mix some soil with the waste, covering it completely. This soil layer helps start the composting process and prevents odors.

4. Once you've covered the waste with soil, there's nothing else to do but wait. Your soil will begin to benefit from the microbial activity.

For established gardens, you can dig the hole around plants or between rows of trees. However, be cautious with very young plants to prevent direct contact with the compost, as it can be acidic initially. The compost will neutralize after 7-10 days. It's best to wait for about 2 weeks before planting near the buried waste.

If you don't have space to dig a hole every time your Bokashi bucket needs emptying, you can create a dedicated Bokashi compost heap in a regular spot in your garden. Once the waste has fully broken down, you can use it as a nutrient-rich topsoil. Additionally, you can add Bokashi waste to a conventional compost bin if you have one.