{"title":"Biodynamic Preparation Supply","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"glass-jar-for-making-biodynamic-preparation-507","title":"Glass Jar w\/ air-tight Rubber Seal (for Biodynamic Preparation #501 and #507)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"_1rug0557b _1rug05562\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-test-id=\"accordion-text\" class=\"w3b2p73 w3b2p717 w3b2p718 w3b2p71i w3b2p71q w3b2p71t w3b2p74 AccordionContainer__AccordionTextSpan-sc-10ikm52-3 jJZKBo\"\u003eLe Parfait Rounded French Glass Storage Jar W Airtight Rubber Seal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_1rug0557b _1rug05562\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-test-id=\"accordion-text\" class=\"w3b2p73 w3b2p717 w3b2p718 w3b2p71i w3b2p71q w3b2p71t w3b2p74 AccordionContainer__AccordionTextSpan-sc-10ikm52-3 jJZKBo\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_1rug0557b _1rug05562\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"f_flex_base f_flex_single_value_direction\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-test-id=\"accordion-text\" class=\"sc-ceccfca5-0 cPaAJJ\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"f_t_base f_t_color f_t_paragraphSansRegular\"\u003eCare Instruction - Dishwasher Safe, Microwave Safe, Freezer Safe, Oven Safe. Stainless steel wire clamp, airtight natural rubber seals, straight body. Perfect for: preserving\/canning, countertop, pickling, ground coffee. This package contains Le Parfait glass preserving jars with NEW Stainless Steel wire, presented within environmentally friendly, compostable cushioning. Le Parfait has been dedicated to preserving your healthy lifestyle needs - and the world around us - since 1930. Utilize these brand new, versatile Le Parfait glass jars to preserve your seasonal harvest, revitalize your pantry storage and bulk-goods shopping, serve up a decadent homemade spread, or craft the perfect gifts for your loved ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"f_t_base f_t_color f_t_paragraphSansRegular\"\u003eLe Parfait glass preserving jars are popular because they are made with all-natural materials, are easy to use, save you time in your daily schedule, offer a large range of various sizes and styles, are simple to clean, and the global website supports you with engaging resources.\u003cspan data-test-id=\"accordion-text\" class=\"w3b2p73 w3b2p717 w3b2p718 w3b2p71i w3b2p71q w3b2p71t w3b2p74 AccordionContainer__AccordionTextSpan-sc-10ikm52-3 jJZKBo\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mb-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"f_t_base f_t_color f_t_paragraphSansRegular\"\u003eMade in France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mb-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"f_t_base f_t_color f_t_paragraphSansRegular\"\u003eWeight: 3.14 lb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_1rug0557b _1rug05562\"\u003e\u003cspan data-test-id=\"accordion-text\" class=\"w3b2p73 w3b2p717 w3b2p718 w3b2p71i w3b2p71q w3b2p71t w3b2p74 AccordionContainer__AccordionTextSpan-sc-10ikm52-3 jJZKBo\"\u003eThis \u003cem\u003esheath\u003c\/em\u003e can be used to store Biodynamic Preparation #501 Horn Silica or to produce Biodynamic Preparation #507 Glass Jar composted Valerian:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_1rug0557b _1rug05562\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_1rug0557b _1rug05562\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e#507 Glass Jar Fermented Valerian\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_1rug0557b _1rug05562\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Grind flowers in mortar and pestle. Dilute with water at 1:4 ratio.\\r\\nPlace in loose lidded glass jar and leave in Sun light for a week before straining. Store\\rin glass bottle. Let settle foe a few days and strain. Fill into bottle with minimal air and\\rstore in dark place.\\r\\nStir 10ml into 13 liters of rainwater. Sprinkle over compost heap.\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":8961,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":8}'\u003eGrind flowers in mortar and pestle. Dilute with water at 1:4 ratio. \u003cbr\u003ePlace in loose lidded glass jar and leave in Sun light for a week before straining. Store in glass bottle. Let settle foe a few days and strain. Fill into bottle with minimal air and store in dark place. \u003cbr\u003eStir 10ml into 13 liters of rainwater. Sprinkle over compost heap.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Le Parfait","offers":[{"title":"3.0 L","offer_id":48049389863220,"sku":"LEP100-3.0","price":23.44,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/3166\/9556\/files\/glass-jar-w-air-tight-rubber-seal-for-making-biodynamic-preparation-507-656896.webp?v=1720632335"},{"product_id":"terracotta-clay-unglazed-pot-for-making-biodynamic-preparation-504","title":"Terracotta Clay Unglazed Pot (for making Biodynamic Preparation #504)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHakan Terracotta Clay Casserole with Lid Unglazed Pot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe clay pots are crafted to inspire a healthier lifestyle, reviving the traditional use of earthenware, designed with a contemporary outlook. These mud pots are made of natural terracotta and are handmade. As produced from natural earthenware, it is a healthy, safe, delicious, traditional, and elegant way of cooking. These earthenware pots serve you the naturalness and taste of the soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVINTAGE UNIQUE DESIGN: The ceramic cooking pots have a vintage, antique, unique, and cute design. The stone pot has a smooth and elegant look. Thanks to the traditional elegancy, it can be used for decorative purposes or suitable for direct usage on fire for cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelicately handcrafted in Turkey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis sheath can be used to produce Biodynamic Preparation #504: Unglazed Clay Pot Composted Stinging Nettle.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e#504 Clay Pot Fermented Stinging Nettle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"The plants need to be harvested just before they flower. The whole plant is dried und\\rstored until autumn in an unglazed earthenware pot. Bury the pot in healthy soil and\\rleave it for a whole year, until the following autumn.\\r\\nBurying in peatmoss is also possible. After lifting the remains can be sieved and stored.\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":8961,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":8}'\u003eThe plants need to be harvested just before they flower. The whole plant is dried und stored until autumn in an unglazed earthenware pot. Bury the pot in healthy soil and leave it for a whole year, until the following autumn. \u003cbr\u003eBurying in peatmoss is also possible. After lifting the remains can be sieved and stored.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hakan","offers":[{"title":"4.5 L","offer_id":48049389994292,"sku":"HAK100-4.5","price":49.05,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/3166\/9556\/files\/terracotta-clay-unglazed-pot-for-making-biodynamic-preparation-504-592968.webp?v=1728945953"},{"product_id":"fresh-cow-manure-for-making-biodynamic-preparation-500","title":"Cow Manure (for fertilizer or making Biodynamic Preparation #500 Horn Manure)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Fill medium sized cowhorn (not bullhorns) with\\rfresh dung. Best from local lactating cows. Bury\\rhorns (tips pointing up) in well drained, frost free\\rfertile top soil in autumn. Leave in ground for six\\rmonth. Lift in spring.\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":8961,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":8}'\u003eCow Manure, Raw and Composted, from Nutrient Farm 100% grassfed, grain-free, Akaushi Wagyu lactating cows.   Antibiotic-free, growth-hormone-free, vaccine-free (all livestock born on NF).  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Fill medium sized cowhorn (not bullhorns) with\\rfresh dung. Best from local lactating cows. Bury\\rhorns (tips pointing up) in well drained, frost free\\rfertile top soil in autumn. Leave in ground for six\\rmonth. Lift in spring.\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":8961,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":8}'\u003eNF grazing pastures are certified USDA Organic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Fill medium sized cowhorn (not bullhorns) with\\rfresh dung. Best from local lactating cows. Bury\\rhorns (tips pointing up) in well drained, frost free\\rfertile top soil in autumn. Leave in ground for six\\rmonth. Lift in spring.\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":8961,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":8}'\u003eBD #500 Horn Manure manufacturing instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Fill medium sized cowhorn (not bullhorns) with\\rfresh dung. Best from local lactating cows. Bury\\rhorns (tips pointing up) in well drained, frost free\\rfertile top soil in autumn. Leave in ground for six\\rmonth. Lift in spring.\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":8961,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":8}'\u003eFill medium sized cow horn (not bullhorns) with fresh dung.  Bury horns (tips pointing up) in well drained, frost free fertile top soil in autumn. Leave in ground for six month. Lift in spring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Nutrient Farm","offers":[{"title":"Composted \/ 10 pounds","offer_id":48079320187188,"sku":"BDH500-10C","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Composted \/ 50 pounds","offer_id":48079320285492,"sku":"BDH500-50C","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Raw \/ 10 pounds","offer_id":48878298169652,"sku":"BDH500-10","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Raw \/ 50 pounds","offer_id":48878298202420,"sku":"BDH500-50","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/3166\/9556\/files\/CattleManure_1e51782c-8e18-4662-a676-f390b565bf83.jpg?v=1756676368"},{"product_id":"bc-biodynamic-compound-preparation","title":"Barrel Compound (BC) - Biodynamic Compound Preparation","description":"\u003cp\u003eBarrel Compound (or Barrel Compost) is based on Maria Thun’s recipe. It contains BD #502-507, basalt and eggshells. It is used when access to BD compost is limited or unavailable. It should not be regarded as a long-term substitute for BD compost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use BC Biodynamic Compound Spray\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eStir for twenty minutes in 3-5 gallons of water per unit. It should be applied immediately after stirring. One unit is enough for up to one acre. Bc should be applied in the afternoon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBC Barrel Compound is ideal between crop rotations or ANY time the soil is distributed by cultivation. BC is a good foliar spray, especially good as a foliar spray for brassicas.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor additional information, visit:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jpibiodynamics.org\/pages\/biodynamic-preparation-instructions\"\u003eJPI Preparation Articles \u0026amp; Instruction Handouts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Articles: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0017\/4473\/2221\/files\/ABOUT_BARREL_COMPOST_REV..pdf?272\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBC About Barrel Compost Insert\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0017\/4473\/2221\/files\/BC_According_to_Maria_Thun.pdf?276\" title=\"\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBC Barrel Compost \u0026amp; Maria Thun\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"The Josephine Porter Institute","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48116869038388,"sku":"JPI602","price":10.32,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/3166\/9556\/files\/the-josephine-porter-institute-spray-preparations-default-title-bc-biodynamic-compound-preparation-adapted-from-maria-thun-s-barrel-compost-recipe-bd-spray-preparation-34644085342372.webp?v=1722395902"},{"product_id":"biodynamic-pfeiffer™-compost-starter","title":"Biodynamic Pfeiffer™ Compost Starter","description":"\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Pfeiffer™ Compost Starter is a specialized recipe developed by Dr. Ehrenfried Pfeiffer for improving composting operations.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmong our most popular selling items, Pfeiffer™ products were originated in the 1940’s by Dr. Ehrenfried Pfeiffer with the purpose of helping to make biodynamics more accessible to home gardeners, conventional farmers, and composters. JPI is the exclusive owner of these proprietary formulas. The Pfeiffer™ Biodynamic (BD) Compost Starter contains all of the compost preparations (BD #502-507), Horn Manure BD (#500) plus a concentrated mixture of cultivated strains of beneficial soil bacteria, enzymes, fungi, and plant growth promoting factors which increase the proliferation of microorganisms resulting in more rapid decomposition of materials, stabilization of nitrogen, and transformation to colloidal humus.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Pfeiffer™  Compost Starter offers the benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jpibiodynamics.org\/products\/set-of-biodynamic-compost-preparations-bd-502-507\"\u003eComplete Set of Biodynamic Compost Preparations\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eplus a wide range of diverse microbiological cultures and enzymes.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan underline=\"\" text-decoration:=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition of the Pfeiffer™ BD Compost Starter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis potent Compost Starter contains the biodynamic agricultural preparations BD #500, #502, #503, #504, #505, #506, and #507, which give this product its unique effectiveness. It also contains a concentrated mixture of several cultivated strains of beneficial soil bacteria, enzymes, fungi, and plant growth promoting factors. Properly prepared for use, each ounce can yield more than 1.36 billion CFU’s (colony forming units) of beneficial organisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan underline=\"\" text-decoration:=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits of the Pfeiffer™ BD Compost Starter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis Compost Starter helps to ensure proper introduction of the BD preparations with minimal knowledge of biodynamic agriculture. It is unequaled in its composting effect, yielding a rapid breakdown of material. Under proper conditions of moisture, aeration, and organic matter (as given in the Carbon\/Nitrogen ratio below), the BD Compost Starter will:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuickly decompose raw organic matter, breaking it down into simpler compounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRe-assemble these simple compounds into complex long-lasting humus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFix nitrogen from the air and otherwise make it available for plant nutrition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncrease the availability of minerals, transforming them into their available form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHold the soil and improve its structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrevent leaching and washing away of soil, and lessen or eliminate erosion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe special humus producing character of the BD Compost Starter yields high quality compost full of beneficial soil organisms and colloidal humus. Benefits include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved soil structure. Soil is easier to prepare and cultivate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved water drainage. Water more readily is absorbed and penetrates deeper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoot growth is stimulated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNitrogen release is steady and without losses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNutrients are preserved and made available. Absorption of nutrients is facilitated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealth soil micro-life is fostered and maintained.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne unit (one ounce) of BD Compost Starter is sufficient for approximately 1 to 1.5 tons (or 1.5 to 2.25 cubic yards) of material. One unit is the smallest quantity we can ship. One ton will be a cube of material measuring on average 4.5’ x 4.5’ x 4.5’ for most materials intended for composting. Activation of one ounce should be sufficient for up to 1.5 tons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActivation and Application instructions (pdf):\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0017\/4473\/2221\/files\/Pfeiffer-BD-Compost-Starter.pdf?11510486555095028812\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePfeiffer BD Compost Starter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor additional information, visit:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jpibiodynamics.org\/pages\/biodynamic-preparation-instructions\"\u003eJPI Preparation Articles \u0026amp; Instruction Handouts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jpibiodynamics.org\/pages\/biodynamic-preparation-instructions\"\u003e\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"The Josephine Porter Institute","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48132683170100,"sku":"JPI600","price":14.56,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/3166\/9556\/files\/the-josephine-porter-institute-compost-preparations-1-biodynamic-pfeiffer-compost-starter-34650175504548.webp?v=1728945955"},{"product_id":"biodynamic-pfeiffer™-field-and-garden-spray","title":"Biodynamic Pfeiffer™ Field and Garden Spray","description":"\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne unit of BD Field \u0026amp; Garden Spray treats one acre of land\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmong our most popular selling items, Pfeiffer™ products were originated in the 1940’s by Dr. Ehrenfried Pfeiffer with the purpose of helping to make biodynamics more accessible to home gardeners, conventional farmers, and composters. JPI is the exclusive owner of these proprietary formulas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEhrenfried Pfeiffer found that the use of the Field and Garden Spray\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein only six weeks increased available\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003enitrogen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein the soil by 500%, phosphorus by 833% and potassium by 260%.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore information can be found in Pfeiffer's \u003ca data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/jpibiodynamics.us14.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u%3D82358e3c9065002f0f608eb3a%26id%3Ddd552b7090%26e%3Db18cdbf107\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1663810909634000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw3r7xIIAXj6UI4KoJ97g9WH\" href=\"https:\/\/jpibiodynamics.us14.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=82358e3c9065002f0f608eb3a\u0026amp;id=dd552b7090\u0026amp;e=b18cdbf107\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.4em;\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/jpibiodynamics.us14.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=82358e3c9065002f0f608eb3a\u0026amp;id=dd552b7090\u0026amp;e=b18cdbf107\"\u003ethree-volume series of lectures.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pfeiffer™ Biodynamic (BD) Field ; Garden Spray contains all components included in the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jpibiodynamics.org\/product\/pfeiffer-biodynamic-compost-starter\/\"\u003eCompost Starter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eplus additional amount of BD #500. Use when planting or transplanting to stimulate germination and root growth and when turning in cover crops to increase soil microorganisms that aid in decomposition and transformation to stable humus. Also can be used as a foliar spray or seed soak. One unit may be divided to treat smaller areas. It is an excellent treatment for gardens, pasture, and hayfields of all sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition of the Pfeiffer™ BD Field and Garden Spray\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis potent spray contains the biodynamic agricultural preparations BD #500, #502, #503, #504, #505, #506, and #507, which give this product its unique effectiveness. It stimulates and attracts a full range of soil micro-flora and fauna beneficial to accelerate the breakdown of organic matter without tying down nitrogen or other delaying actions. Following such breakdown there is a subsequent build up into helpful humus compounds. Properly activated for use, each ounce can yield more than 5.6 billion CFU’s (colony forming units) of beneficial organisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits of the Pfeiffer™ BD Field and Garden Spray\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe BD Field ; Garden Spray aids humus formation in organic materials already in the topsoil. It should be used when planting and transplanting to stimulate germination and root growth, and when turning in cover crops to aid the transformation of organic materials into humus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne unit of BD Field \u0026amp; Garden Spray treats one acre of land. It comes in single or multiple units but one unit is the smallest quantity we can ship. If your garden is less than one acre, activate only 1 level teaspoon (1 tsp.). This will give coverage for 1,000 square feet. Activation of 1 level tablespoon (1 Tbsp.) will cover 3,000 square feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActivation and Application instructions (pdf): \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0017\/4473\/2221\/files\/Pfeiffer-BD-Field-Garden-Spray.pdf?11510486555095028812\"\u003ePfeiffer BD Field \u0026amp; Garden Spray\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor additional information, visit:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jpibiodynamics.org\/pages\/biodynamic-preparation-instructions\"\u003eJPI Preparation Articles ; Instruction Handouts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"The Josephine Porter Institute","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48132683301172,"sku":"JPI601","price":29.12,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/3166\/9556\/files\/the-josephine-porter-institute-spray-preparations-1-biodynamic-pfeiffer-field-and-garden-spray-20461194903716.webp?v=1722395893"},{"product_id":"biodynamic-preparation-502-stag-bladder-fermented-yarrow","title":"Biodynamic Preparation #502 Stag Bladder fermented Yarrow","description":"\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"promotes adaptability to the site\\r\\nhas an invigorating effect\\r\\nregulates potassium metabolism in the plant\\r\\nregulates nitrogen, carbon, sulphur and potassium processes\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}'\u003ePromotes adaptability to the site\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"promotes adaptability to the site\\r\\nhas an invigorating effect\\r\\nregulates potassium metabolism in the plant\\r\\nregulates nitrogen, carbon, sulphur and potassium processes\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}'\u003eHas an invigorating effect \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"promotes adaptability to the site\\r\\nhas an invigorating effect\\r\\nregulates potassium metabolism in the plant\\r\\nregulates nitrogen, carbon, sulphur and potassium processes\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}'\u003eRegulates potassium metabolism in the plant \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"promotes adaptability to the site\\r\\nhas an invigorating effect\\r\\nregulates potassium metabolism in the plant\\r\\nregulates nitrogen, carbon, sulphur and potassium processes\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}'\u003eRegulates nitrogen, carbon, sulphur and potassium processes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jpibiodynamics.org\/collections\/biodynamic-preparations\/products\/set-of-biodynamic-compost-preparations-bd-502-507\"\u003eBiodynamic Compost\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jpibiodynamics.org\/product\/set-biodynamic-compost-preparations-bd-502-507\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSet\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBD #502 permits plants to attract trace elements in extremely dilute quantities for their best nutrition. Used primarily as in conjunction with the other preparations in the compost set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"promotes adaptability to the site\\r\\nhas an invigorating effect\\r\\nregulates potassium metabolism in the plant\\r\\nregulates nitrogen, carbon, sulphur and potassium processes\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}'\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor additional information, visit:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jpibiodynamics.org\/pages\/biodynamic-preparation-instructions\"\u003eJPI Preparation Articles ; Instruction Handouts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"The Josephine Porter Institute","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48132683563316,"sku":"JPI502","price":6.35,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/3166\/9556\/files\/the-josephine-porter-institute-compost-preparations-default-title-biodynamic-yarrow-preparation-achillea-millefolium-bd-502-bd-compost-preparation-42701854834852.webp?v=1752432383"},{"product_id":"biodynamic-preparation-503-cow-small-intestine-fermented-german-chamomile","title":"Biodynamic Preparation #503 Cow Small Intestine fermented German Chamomile","description":"\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Makes the fertiliser more nitrogen-resistant\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}'\u003eMakes the fertilizer more nitrogen-resistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jpibiodynamics.org\/collections\/biodynamic-preparations\/products\/set-of-biodynamic-compost-preparations-bd-502-507\"\u003eBiodynamic Compost Set.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBD #503 stabilizes nitrogen (N) within the compost ; increases soil life so as to stimulate plant growth. Used primarily as in conjunction with the other preparations in the compost set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Makes the fertiliser more nitrogen-resistant\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}'\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor additional information, visit:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jpibiodynamics.org\/pages\/biodynamic-preparation-instructions\"\u003eJPI Preparation Articles ; Instruction Handouts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"The Josephine Porter Institute","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48132683661620,"sku":"JPI503","price":6.35,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/3166\/9556\/files\/the-josephine-porter-institute-compost-preparations-default-title-biodynamic-chamomile-preparation-matricaria-chamomilla-bd-503-bd-compost-preparation-42701855457444.webp?v=1752432162"},{"product_id":"biodynamic-preparation-504-clay-pot-fermented-stinging-nettle","title":"Biodynamic Preparation #504 Unglazed Clay Pot fermented Stinging Nettle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"has a structure-improving effect on the soil\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}'\u003eHas a structure-improving effect on the soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jpibiodynamics.org\/collections\/biodynamic-preparations\/products\/set-of-biodynamic-compost-preparations-bd-502-507\"\u003eBiodynamic Compost Set.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBD #504 stimulates soil health, providing plants with the individual nutrition components needed. \"Enlivens\" the earth (soil). Used primarily as in conjunction with the other preparations in the compost set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"has a structure-improving effect on the soil\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}'\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor additional information, visit:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jpibiodynamics.org\/pages\/biodynamic-preparation-instructions\"\u003eJPI Preparation Articles ; Instruction Handouts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"The Josephine Porter Institute","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48132683858228,"sku":"JPI504","price":6.35,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/3166\/9556\/files\/the-josephine-porter-institute-compost-preparations-default-title-biodynamic-stinging-nettle-preparation-urtica-dioica-bd-504-bd-compost-preparation-42701855228068.webp?v=1752432099"},{"product_id":"biodynamic-preparation-505-cattle-skull-fermented-oak-bark","title":"Biodynamic Preparation #505 Cattle Skull fermented Oak Bark","description":"\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"promotes calcium processes\\r\\ninhibits fungal pathogens\\r\\ninsecticide through tannic acid\\r\\nputs the shaping forces exactly where plant diseases might otherwise develop\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}'\u003ePromotes calcium processes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"promotes calcium processes\\r\\ninhibits fungal pathogens\\r\\ninsecticide through tannic acid\\r\\nputs the shaping forces exactly where plant diseases might otherwise develop\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}'\u003eInhibits fungal pathogens \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"promotes calcium processes\\r\\ninhibits fungal pathogens\\r\\ninsecticide through tannic acid\\r\\nputs the shaping forces exactly where plant diseases might otherwise develop\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}'\u003eInsecticide through tannic acid \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"promotes calcium processes\\r\\ninhibits fungal pathogens\\r\\ninsecticide through tannic acid\\r\\nputs the shaping forces exactly where plant diseases might otherwise develop\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}'\u003ePuts the shaping forces exactly where plant diseases might otherwise develop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jpibiodynamics.org\/collections\/biodynamic-preparations\/products\/set-of-biodynamic-compost-preparations-bd-502-507\"\u003eBiodynamic Compost Set.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBD #505 provides healing forces (or qualities) to combat harmful plant diseases. Used primarily as in conjunction with the other preparations in the compost set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"promotes calcium processes\\r\\ninhibits fungal pathogens\\r\\ninsecticide through tannic acid\\r\\nputs the shaping forces exactly where plant diseases might otherwise develop\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}'\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor additional information, visit:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jpibiodynamics.org\/pages\/biodynamic-preparation-instructions\"\u003eJPI Preparation Articles ; Instruction Handouts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"The Josephine Porter Institute","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48132683923764,"sku":"JPI505","price":6.35,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/3166\/9556\/files\/the-josephine-porter-institute-compost-preparations-default-title-biodynamic-oak-bark-preparation-quercus-alba-bd-505-compost-preparation-42701856407716.webp?v=1752432020"},{"product_id":"biodynamic-preparation-506-cow-mesentery-fermented-dandelion","title":"Biodynamic Preparation #506 Cow Mesentery fermented Dandelion","description":"\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"promotes potassium and silicic acid processes\\r\\nsensitises the plants to the environment\\r\\nstrengthens the ability to attract nutrients\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}'\u003ePromotes potassium and silicic acid processes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"promotes potassium and silicic acid processes\\r\\nsensitises the plants to the environment\\r\\nstrengthens the ability to attract nutrients\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}'\u003eSensitizes the plants to the environment \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"promotes potassium and silicic acid processes\\r\\nsensitises the plants to the environment\\r\\nstrengthens the ability to attract nutrients\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}'\u003eStrengthens the ability to attract nutrients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jpibiodynamics.org\/collections\/biodynamic-preparations\/products\/set-of-biodynamic-compost-preparations-bd-502-507\"\u003eBiodynamic Compost Set.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBD #506 stimulates relation between Silica (Si) and Potassium (K) so that Silica can attract cosmic forces to the soil. Used primarily as in conjunction with the other preparations in the compost set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructions:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0017\/4473\/2221\/files\/Dandelions-Blossoms-Picking-Drying.pdf?11510486555095028812\"\u003ePicking and Drying Dandelion Blossoms\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor additional information, visit:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jpibiodynamics.org\/pages\/biodynamic-preparation-instructions\"\u003eJPI Preparation Articles ; Instruction Handouts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"The Josephine Porter Institute","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48132683956532,"sku":"JPI506","price":6.35,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/3166\/9556\/files\/the-josephine-porter-institute-compost-preparations-default-title-biodynamic-dandelion-preparation-taraxacum-officinale-bd-506-compost-preparation-42701856637092.webp?v=1752431952"},{"product_id":"biodynamic-preparation-507-glass-jar-fermented-valerian","title":"Biodynamic Preparation #507 Glass Jar fermented Valerian","description":"\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Promotes phosphorus processes\\nregulates heat processes in the soil, fertiliser and plant\\nacts in flower and fruit formation\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}'\u003ePromotes phosphorus processes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Promotes phosphorus processes\\nregulates heat processes in the soil, fertiliser and plant\\nacts in flower and fruit formation\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}'\u003eRegulates heat processes in the soil, fertilizer and plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Promotes phosphorus processes\\nregulates heat processes in the soil, fertiliser and plant\\nacts in flower and fruit formation\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}'\u003eActs in flower and fruit formation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jpibiodynamics.org\/collections\/biodynamic-preparations\/products\/set-of-biodynamic-compost-preparations-bd-502-507\"\u003eBiodynamic Compost Set\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBD #507 will help to stimulate compost so that phosphorus components will be properly used by the soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAnnual Vegetables\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne unit (1ml) stirred in 3 gallons of warm water for 15 minutes will treat up to an acre. A unit may be used for a smaller area.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerennial Fruit Crops\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGiven the exponentially greater surface area in orchards and vineyards, some apple producers use as much as 60ml per acre.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA single tree has \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003eacres\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of surface area. Perennial fruit crops are fundamentally different crops when compared with tender annuals on a flat surface. The surface area of an acre of grape vines is many times more than an acre of lettuce. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eWe are happy to supply greater quantities as are appropriate for large operations, though we also encourage farmers to grow their own\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003evalerian and make their own 507. It is often the easiest preparation to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jpibiodynamics.org\/products\/biodynamics-for-beginners-principles-and-practice-steinerbooks-2024\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003emake on your own.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA dynamic way to bring the influence of valerian to established trees year-round is planting valerian under trees (or at the end of rows), where feasible, so their aromatic oils infuse the earth around your perennials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Promotes phosphorus processes\\nregulates heat processes in the soil, fertiliser and plant\\nacts in flower and fruit formation\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}'\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeally BD #507 is used in combination with soil sprays like BD #500 and the Pfeiffer Field and Garden Spray. Valerian plus these soil sprays helps initiate soil life to abundance, accelerating beneficial soil activity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor additional information, visit: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jpibiodynamics.org\/pages\/biodynamic-preparation-instructions\"\u003eJPI Preparation Articles \u0026amp; Instruction Handouts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Articles, visit:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jpibiodynamics.org\/blogs\/articles\/valerian-for-late-frost-protection-or-compost-preparations?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=ca124a494\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eValerian for Late Frost Protection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"The Josephine Porter Institute","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48132683989300,"sku":"JPI507","price":6.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/3166\/9556\/files\/the-josephine-porter-institute-compost-preparations-default-title-biodynamic-valerian-preparation-valeriana-officinalis-bd-507-bd-compost-preparation-frost-protection-34644194066596.webp?v=1752431541"},{"product_id":"biodynamic-preparation-508-equisetum-tea","title":"Biodynamic Preparation #508 Equisetum Tea","description":"\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Helps prevent fungal diseases and balances the watery element in plants and soil.\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}'\u003eHelps prevent fungal diseases and balances the watery element in plants and soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBD #508 can be used for soil or foliar applications, especially when conditions are too wet. It helps discourage fungal disease. One unit of the dried herb makes 3 gallons of fresh tea, enough to treat one acre, or 10 gallons of fermented tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFresh Tea Instructions for BD #508 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eBring 1.5 ounces or 1 unit of horsetail herb to a boil in one quart of water. Allow cooling. Strain and dilute adding 2 gallons of water. Stir vigorously for 20 minutes. Apply using a fine mist spray to the foliar parts of targeted plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFermented Tea Instructions for BD #508 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eBring one unit or 1.5 ounces of horsetail herb to boil in one gallon of water and simmer for one hour. Let cool and transfer to a crock or other storage container with a loose-fitting lid. Store this in a cool place, e.g. basement, and allow to ferment for 10 to 14 days, until the fermented tea has a strong sulphuric aroma. Strain the remaining herb particles out, fill the tea in a glass jug, and store it in a cool dark place until ready to use. It can be stored for 6 or more months without losing effectiveness. To use, add 1\/2 gallon of fermented tea to 4 1\/2 gallons of water, stir vigorously for 20 minutes, and use to treat up to 1 1\/2 acres. One unit of horsetail can thereby treat up to 3 acres with as powerful effect as can be achieved by the fresh tea recipe on only one acre. The ratio for diluting is one part fermented tea to 9 parts water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fermented BD #508 should be applied as a soil spray, whereas the fresh tea version is the form used as a foliar spray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor additional information, visit:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jpibiodynamics.org\/pages\/biodynamic-preparation-instructions\"\u003eJPI Preparation Articles ; Instruction Handouts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Article: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0017\/4473\/2221\/files\/BD-508-JPI-Horsetail-Tea-Instructions.pdf?11510486555095028812\"\u003eBD #508 JPI Horsetail Fresh Tea and Fermented Tea Instructions\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0017\/4473\/2221\/files\/500_501_508_Brief_Instructions.pdf?337\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBrief Instructions: 500, 501, 508\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"The Josephine Porter Institute","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48132684022068,"sku":"JPI508","price":6.08,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/3166\/9556\/files\/the-josephine-porter-institute-spray-preparations-default-title-biodynamic-horsetail-preparation-equisetum-arvense-bd-508-bd-antifungal-spray-preparation-34644351582372.webp?v=1722395889"},{"product_id":"cow-horn","title":"Cow Horn (for making Biodynamic Preparation #500 and #501)","description":"\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur used horns have been used to make repeated successful batches of #500 horn manure. These used horns are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eseasoned\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with the \"mother culture\" of biodynamics and have a stronger tendency to transform into healthy horn manure. By Steiner's indications, horns are useful at least for four (4) years, if not a few more (if \"recharged\" in proximity to dairy cows in a barn). Some biodynamic practitioners reuse horns until they disintegrate and claim that used horns are significantly better than new horns. In our experience, new horns often take an initial season to \"acclimate\" to the biodynamic process, and after that more eagerly produce the horn manure we are seeking. We offer them to you at a significant discount, and encourage you to practice making your own preparations on your own property. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"The Josephine Porter Institute","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":48955839643956,"sku":"JPI902","price":13.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"for #500 Horn Manure (used)","offer_id":48955839676724,"sku":"JPI900","price":8.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"for #501 Horn Silica (used)","offer_id":48955839709492,"sku":"JPI901","price":8.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/3166\/9556\/files\/the-josephine-porter-institute-biodynamic-kits-new-cow-horns-4151415701565.webp?v=1722395909"},{"product_id":"compost-preparation-504-unglazed-clay-pot-fermented-stinging-nettle","title":"Compost Preparation #504 Unglazed Clay Pot fermented Stinging Nettle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"has a structure-improving effect on the soil\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}'\u003eHas a structure-improving effect on the soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompost Preparation #504 stimulates soil health, providing plants with the individual nutrition components needed. \"Enlivens\" the earth (soil). Used primarily as in conjunction with the other preparations in the compost set.\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"has a structure-improving effect on the soil\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}'\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jpibiodynamics.org\/pages\/biodynamic-preparation-instructions\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Nutrient Farm","offers":[{"title":"1 Unit","offer_id":49156002185524,"sku":"CPP504-1","price":6.35,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Units","offer_id":49156002218292,"sku":"CPP504-10","price":57.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Units","offer_id":49156002251060,"sku":"CPP504-100v","price":440.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/3166\/9556\/files\/IMG_20251106_114631261_BURST000_COVER_a6d775d5-19c0-4f41-b162-8a139b18d7c9.jpg?v=1781189917"},{"product_id":"compost-preparation-505-cattle-skull-fermented-oak-bark","title":"Compost Preparation #505 Cattle Skull fermented Oak Bark","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"promotes calcium processes\\r\\ninhibits fungal pathogens\\r\\ninsecticide through tannic acid\\r\\nputs the shaping forces exactly where plant diseases might otherwise develop\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003ePromotes calcium processes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"promotes calcium processes\\r\\ninhibits fungal pathogens\\r\\ninsecticide through tannic acid\\r\\nputs the shaping forces exactly where plant diseases might otherwise develop\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eInhibits fungal pathogens \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"promotes calcium processes\\r\\ninhibits fungal pathogens\\r\\ninsecticide through tannic acid\\r\\nputs the shaping forces exactly where plant diseases might otherwise develop\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eInsecticide through tannic acid \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"promotes calcium processes\\r\\ninhibits fungal pathogens\\r\\ninsecticide through tannic acid\\r\\nputs the shaping forces exactly where plant diseases might otherwise develop\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003ePuts the shaping forces exactly where plant diseases might otherwise develop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompost Preparation #505 provides healing forces (or qualities) to combat harmful plant diseases. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Nutrient Farm","offers":[{"title":"1 Unit","offer_id":49156004839732,"sku":"CPP505-1","price":6.35,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Units","offer_id":49156004872500,"sku":"CPP505-10","price":57.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Units","offer_id":49156004905268,"sku":"CPP505-100","price":440.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/3166\/9556\/files\/IMG_20251106_114631261_BURST000_COVER_a6d775d5-19c0-4f41-b162-8a139b18d7c9.jpg?v=1781189917"},{"product_id":"compost-preparation-500-cow-horn-fermented-manure","title":"Compost Preparation #500 Cow Horn fermented Manure","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"stimulates soil activity\\r\\npromotes root growth\\r\\nactivates the soil’s own life\\r\\nsupports soil loosening\\r\\nsupports water and nutrient absorption\\r\\npromotes nitrogen fixation of the nodule bacteria\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eCompost Preparation #500 stimulates seed germination, root growth, and humus formation. Use when planting, transplanting or turning in cover crops.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"stimulates soil activity\\r\\npromotes root growth\\r\\nactivates the soil’s own life\\r\\nsupports soil loosening\\r\\nsupports water and nutrient absorption\\r\\npromotes nitrogen fixation of the nodule bacteria\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eStimulates soil activity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"stimulates soil activity\\r\\npromotes root growth\\r\\nactivates the soil’s own life\\r\\nsupports soil loosening\\r\\nsupports water and nutrient absorption\\r\\npromotes nitrogen fixation of the nodule bacteria\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003ePromotes root growth \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"stimulates soil activity\\r\\npromotes root growth\\r\\nactivates the soil’s own life\\r\\nsupports soil loosening\\r\\nsupports water and nutrient absorption\\r\\npromotes nitrogen fixation of the nodule bacteria\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eActivates the soil’s own life\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"stimulates soil activity\\r\\npromotes root growth\\r\\nactivates the soil’s own life\\r\\nsupports soil loosening\\r\\nsupports water and nutrient absorption\\r\\npromotes nitrogen fixation of the nodule bacteria\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eSupports soil loosening \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"stimulates soil activity\\r\\npromotes root growth\\r\\nactivates the soil’s own life\\r\\nsupports soil loosening\\r\\nsupports water and nutrient absorption\\r\\npromotes nitrogen fixation of the nodule bacteria\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eSupports water and nutrient absorption \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":769,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"11\":4,\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"stimulates soil activity\\r\\npromotes root growth\\r\\nactivates the soil’s own life\\r\\nsupports soil loosening\\r\\nsupports water and nutrient absorption\\r\\npromotes nitrogen fixation of the nodule bacteria\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003ePromotes nitrogen fixation of the nodule bacteria\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHow to use Compost Preparation #500:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eStir for\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eone hour in 3 to 5 gallons of water.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e#500 should be applied in the afternoon. Spray immediately after stirring. \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne unit per acre is the established\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eminimum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor noticeable results.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRudolf Steiner's original indications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003erecommended much more per acre:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eAs regards quantities and dilution, I have ascertained by repeated observation that\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ean area of about 1500 square yards (near one-third of an acre) can be served with the contents of such a cow horn\u003c\/strong\u003e, diluted in about half a bucket full of water.\" Rudolf Steiner,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eAgriculture Course\u003c\/em\u003e, Lecture IV\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor those who wish to follow Steiner's original indications, one horn's worth is generally\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e3 units\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eIf we were using Steiner's initial indications, it would be 9 units of 500 per acre (though he does suggest that less would be needed per acre as the size of the treated land increased).\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe r\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eecommend at least 3 units of #500 per acre for a stronger effect\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eand\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewe also recommend considering Steiner's additional indications:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Before you make use of the manure thus prepared, press out the flowers of Valerian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dilute the extract very highly. (You can do it at any time and keep it, especially if you use warm water in dilution). \u003cstrong\u003eAdd this diluted juice of the Valerian flower to the manure in very fine proportions\u003c\/strong\u003e. There you will stimulate it to behave in the right way in relation to what we call the 'phosphoric' substance.\" Rudolf Steiner, \u003cem\u003eAgriculture\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eCourse\u003c\/em\u003e, Lecture V\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor better results,\u003cspan\u003e #\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e500 \u003cem\u003eshould be \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jpibiodynamics.org\/products\/bd-507-valerian-valeriana-officinalis-bd-compost-preparation-frost-protection\"\u003ecombined with #507\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOne unit of #507 (~20 drops, 1ml) per acre is a minimum, though if you wish to see more dramatic regenerative effects, more is suggested. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor best results, use 3 units of #500\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jpibiodynamics.org\/products\/bd-507-valerian-valeriana-officinalis-bd-compost-preparation-frost-protection\"\u003eplus 1 unit of #507\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eper acre.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBegin the one-hour stirring #500 as usual. After 40 minutes, add the appropriate amount of Valerian for the final 20 minutes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Nutrient Farm","offers":[{"title":"1 Unit","offer_id":49156006838580,"sku":"CPP500-1","price":11.53,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Units","offer_id":49156006871348,"sku":"CPP500-10","price":103.77,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Units","offer_id":49156006904116,"sku":"CPP500-100","price":800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/3166\/9556\/files\/IMG_20251106_114631261_BURST000_COVER.jpg?v=1762659761"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.nutrientfarm.com\/es\/collections\/biodynamic-preparation-supply.oembed?page=2","provider":"Nutrient Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}