Premium Bokashi Bran 6-Pack (2.2 lbs each) All-Season Organic Compost Starter - Quick & Easy Kitchen Composting with Odor Eliminator - Dry Bran for Kitchen Compost Bins with Compost Accelerator

Works well and quicker then I thought it would be.

Never have done this type of composting but I have a full kitchen scrap bin that I can try this out.Here are some bokashi instructions I found. This bag will only do a small amount of composting. As a rough estimate, 2.2 lbs of bokashi compost is typically enough to compost around 5-10 gallons of food waste.Typically around 1-2 tablespoons of bokashi bran per layer of food waste . Thin Layers of food waste: It's generally recommended to keep the food waste layers relatively thin. This allows for better distribution of the bokashi bran and ensures that the beneficial microorganisms can penetrate the waste more effectively. Aim for layers that are no more than a few inches thick.Bokashi composting has several advantages. It can compost a wider range of materials, including meat and dairy, that might not be suitable for traditional composting. It also works quickly and can be done indoors, making it a convenient option for people with limited outdoor space or those who want to compost year-round. Additionally, the fermented material can help improve soil structure and fertility when added to garden beds or containers.Container: You start with a container specifically designed for bokashi composting. This could be a bucket or a bin with an airtight lid.Bokashi Bran: You add a layer of bokashi bran to the bottom of the container. Bokashi bran is a mixture of bran or other dry material inoculated with beneficial microorganisms, often including bacteria, yeast, and fungi.Layering: You layer organic waste into the container. This can include kitchen scraps like vegetable peelings, fruit scraps, coffee grounds, eggshells, and small amounts of meat and dairy. Each time you add a layer of waste, you sprinkle some bokashi bran over the top.Fermentation: Once the container is full, you press down the waste to remove air and then seal the lid tightly. Actually it preferable to push down each layer so air gaps are removed and food waste is in full contact with the bokashi bran. The anaerobic fermentation process begins, driven by the beneficial microorganisms in the bokashi bran. This process typically takes a couple of weeks to complete.Fermented Material: After the fermentation process is complete, the organic waste will not resemble traditional compost. It will be pickled, acidic, and have a distinct smell. However, it's still valuable as a soil conditioner and nutrient-rich material.Curing: The fermented material can be buried directly in soil or added to a traditional compost bin or pile. Alternatively, you can let it cure for a few weeks to several months to allow further decomposition before using it in your garden.FInding the container may be tricky.Plastic Bucket with Lid: A large plastic bucket with a tight-fitting lid can work well for bokashi composting. You can often find suitable buckets in hardware stores, or you might have one leftover from a previous use, such as storing paint or other supplies.Large Plastic Bin with Lid: If you have a large plastic storage bin with a lid, such as those used for storing seasonal clothing or other items, you can repurpose it for bokashi composting. Make sure the lid fits tightly to create an airtight seal.Unused Food Container: Large food-grade containers, such as those used for bulk food storage or catering, can also be repurposed for bokashi composting. Just ensure that the container is clean and has a tight-fitting lid.Hope this info for newbies like me is helpful.

I grow flowers and vegetables in the yard and try to go green. I make compost from kitchen waste (veggies, fruit peels, eggshells, and coffee grounds.). It reduces waste and makes the plants happy. However, my family members complain about the unpleasant odor from the compost jars. I ordered this Biorfe Organic Bokashi Bran mainly to try to reduce the odor problem. The 2.2 lb organic Bokashi Bran came in a cleaver designed airtight, lightproof, Ziplock package with a valve on it. The bag is easy to open, and zip closed tightly. I sprinkle Organic Bokashi Bran on top of 2 inches deep of kitchen green waste every time. The Organic Bokashi Bran works very well in breaking down the kitchen green food waste faster and significantly reduced the compost odor. This 2.2 lb bag of Bokashi Bran will last me for at least a year. Happy composting 😊

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I got this when I was toying with the idea of bokashi composting. Ultimately, I decided not to do that, but found that bokashi bran has many other uses. I have been using it as a soil additive in my garden, where it helps boost the health and microbial activity, and so far things are looking good. I also sprinkle it in my chickens' feed from time to time -- they think it's a great treat, and it helps their gut health. Whether you want to do bakashi composting or not, this is a great product with multiple uses.

I've always been intrigued by the concept of Bokashi composting, so when the opportunity arose to try it out, I eagerly jumped on board. As a newcomer to this method, I also had to figure out my composting setup, but thankfully, Pinterest had some helpful instructions.While I haven't had my Bokashi composting system in action for long enough to determine the final results, I'm pleased to report that it's already living up to its promise of being odor-free. This is a promising start, and I'm looking forward to seeing how this environmentally friendly approach to composting pans out in the long run.

I got this Biorfe bokashi bran because I have always wanted to compost. I figure I will need to make my own soil as I'm pretty reactive to the ingredients in most soils that are commercially made. Knowing I don't have the designated bucket for making this compost, I did research online on how many make a DIY version of the Bokashi bran. The idea is that the EM’s, essential microbes, within the bran would help to decompose organic matter. Per instructions, I used my organic vegetable and fruit scraps in with the bokashi, cutting up the pieces for easy decomposition. It did a great job breaking down my vegetable scraps after the first week and a half, with little remaining. Since I was worried about sensitivities on my part to the bran, and because I was worried there could be some smell from the veggies decomposing, I kept my diy bin outside. The instructions did say to keep away from direct sunlight, and I did, it was cloudy most every day but it did get very cold. I was unsure about ‘cold’ so I think this is why my compost pile failed. I have now read that extreme in temperatures can cause problems with the microbes, supposedly, it would make the microbes lie dormant. I believe this is the only reason why my compost pile didn't make it. I am going to try again, and I'm going to keep this indoors. Quite frankly, I didn’t notice any smell from the veggies when it was outside. Super excited to try this again since it had broke down all my cabbage scraps very easily.Five stars!