Scientific Approach
We study soil, climate, physical conditions & existing practices to understand each farm before recommending solutions.
Our Services
Scientific advisory, crop-specific packages, training & handholding support for the successful adoption of biological agriculture.
Our Philosophy
We Don’t Merely Supply Solutions,
But Also Provide Advisory & Guidance.
Crop Specific Packages
We prescribe crop specific package of practices for successful implementation.
Sustainable Practices
We recommend sustainable cultural practices to improve soil health and reduce pest & diseases biologically.
Training & Handholding
We provide training on application protocols and hand holding support (conditions applied).
Farm Monitoring
We provide farm monitoring support to our users for smooth adaption of bio-organic farming practices.
Our Implementation Process
Study Farm
We collect existing data and understand your farm conditions.
Analyse Soil
We analyse soil health, climate, practices & challenges.
Prepare Plan
We prescribe crop specific package of practices.
Training & Monitoring
We train your team and monitor farm regularly.
Continuous Advisory
We provide continuous advisory for better results every season.
Crop Specific Packages of Practice
Select your crop to view detailed Package of Practice, protocols and schedules.
TEA
Our package of practice is developed after years of field trials, consultations with scientists of TRA (Tea Research Association), advices of experienced planters and practical experience of conducting commercial pilots with industry leaders.
We intend to collaborate with planters to help develop adoptable package practices that would bring down pest issues gradually and help them secure residue free quality tea and regain the export market.
Advantage – Early Application
Tea requires balanced nutrient supply throughout the year to support satisfactory growth & harvest. Our method is to start early and ensure robust health of the maintenance bush.
Unlike conventional inputs application of biofertilizer is not so much dependent on rain – hence it can be applied as early as in February. So planters can get very good first flush and better yield.
- Field Trials
- Expert Consultation
- Commercial Pilots
- Practical Experience
PoP Matured Tea: Doses & Schedule per hectare
| Time | Application | Product | Dose | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Late Feb |
| Bom Biomics | 1.5 lit | Balanced NPK nutrition, protection from pathogens |
| Early Mar |
| Bom TonicPlus | 1.5 lit | Supply of micronutrients & growth factors |
| Early May |
| Bom Biomics | 1.5 lit | Balanced NPK nutrition, protection from pathogens |
| Mid May |
| Bom TonicPlus | 1.5 lit | Supply of micronutrients & growth factors |
| End July |
| Bom Biomics | 1.5 lit | Balanced NPK nutrition, protection from pathogens |
| Early Aug |
| Bom TonicPlus | 1.5 lit | Supply of micronutrients & growth factors |
| End Sep |
| Bom Biomics | 1.5 lit | Balanced NPK nutrition, protection from pathogens |
| Early Oct |
| Bom Tonic | 1.5 lit | Supply of micronutrients & health regulation |
| Dec -Jan |
| Bom Shield | 1.5 lit | Protects pruning wounds from fungal pathogens |
Field Application Guidance
For Foliar spray:
Always clean the mixing drum and sprayers thoroughly before use, there should be no chemical contaminants like weedicide, fungicide, pesticide etc
The biofertlizer needs to reach the roots as well as remain on the foliage, so we strongly advise spraying in higher dilution to ensure that the foliage is drenched in solution dripping down from top, so the microbes can spread more
Preferably spray Biofertilizer in the afternoon or on an overcast day, microbes need a little time in settling down so if harsh sunlight dries up the water that may reduce efficacy. Specially during dry seasons spraying in the afternoon is strictly advised
A drizzle or light rain during or after the spray is no problem, in fact it is better
Avoid spraying during heavy rain
Application Protocol
1. Bioactivation
- In a clean container mix 2.5Kg of jaggery/gur with 28.5lit of water thoroughly and heat up to boil. Cool it down to normal temp.
- (or boil 8.5lit of water to dissolve 2.5kg of gur & then add 20lit clean water)
- Add 1.5lit Biomics & keep it covered with cloth under a shade for 2-3 days before application (total 30lit)
- Before adding Biomics please ensure that the temperature is not more than 35degrees
- Check for the fruity smell after 2-3 days
2. Foliar Spray
- Spray Bioactivated Bio fertilizer (30lit per Ha) on the foliage and close to roots – practically drench the bush
- Preferable dilution 10-1400lit/Ha (6-7 drums) i.e about 6-4.3lit of activated biofertilizer per drum
- Spray plant Growth Promoter only close to roots not on foliage, dilution 500lit/Ha (2.5drums) i.e 600ml per drum
- Preferably spray Biofertilizer in the afternoon or on an overcast day
Precautions & Good Practices
For Bioactivation
Please use clean thoroughly washed container/ drum which is free from any chemical contaminants
For Bioactivation
Please use RO water or filtered water or drinking water
For Bioactivation
In Tea gardens as the requirement is large, it may not be practical to boil the entire requisite amount of water. Please boil lesser quantity of water, enough to dissolve the prescribed amount of jaggery, then transfer into a big drum & add clean water to make up to the required volume. This would also reduce time for cooling down the temperature of the solution to room temperature.
For Bioactivation
Before adding Biomics please ensure that the temperature is not more than 35degrees
For Bioactivation
Cover the activated liquid with cloth so air can pass, also under shade so rain or sunlight doesn’t fall in it
For Bioactivation
Check for the fruity smell after 2-3 days
Chemical Pesticide
We prescribe bio-control, however if required apply as per your schedule (pls keep 7days gap with application of Biomics)
Weedicide
We prescribe manual weeding, however if required please keep 1 month gap after Biomics
Fungicide
Do not use, no need, our microbes would inhibit any fungal pathogen. Also it’ll be harmful to our microbes.
Control of Red Rust, Fusarium & Fungal Pathogens
Bom Shield controls fusarium, wilt, rust very effectively by causing destruction of cell walls of fungal pathogens
Red rust
Fusarium dieback
Yet we strongly recommend adapting Cultural Practices for Prevention
- Pruning that ensures removal of all leaves affected by algae or fungal pathogens. (Ideally the pruning litter infested with pathogens should be collected and destroyed but this may be non-viable in most gardens)
- Early spraying of Bom Shield or even Bom Biomics (in the month of February) ensures that the beneficial microbes feed on fungal spores & algae while degrading pruning litter thus arresting further spread of diseases.
N.B.
- Foliar spray of Biomics alone ensures that beneficial microbes always adhere to the leaves of the plants making them less prone to attack from fungal pathogens and algae due to competitive inhibition.
- It has been observed in every institutional trial on tea, cotton and even in sugarcane that in BomLife plots there are hardly any disease incidence.
Control of Sucking Pests: Red Spider Mite, Greenfly, Thrips & Helopeltis
- Spray after bio-activation in late afternoon (UV light and heat can reduce spore viability) especially underneath the leaves where eggs are laid
- Entomopathogenic fungi in Knight2 can control these sucking pests by penetrating and infecting them.
- As our microbes are most effective during the early stage of insect’s life i.e. nymph stage, application has to be made with the first sighting of pest or according to infestation pattern.
- We provide consultancy and advisory after studying existing pest and geo-climatic data.
Red Spider Mite
Greenfly
Thrips
Helopeltis
Control of Looper Pest
- Spray after bio-activation in late afternoon (UV light and heat can reduce spore viability) especially underneath the leaves where eggs are laid
- Microbe in Knight1 when ingested by Looper paralyzes its digestive system and kills it.
Loopers thrive during warm, humid weather
It’s observed that use of bio-fertilizer & adaptation of bio-organic practices gradually reduce pest infestation:
- Beneficial microbes adhering to the leaves damage the eggs laid by the sucking pests underneath the leaves
- Balanced nutrition provided by bio inputs results in stronger plant tissues, sap containing lesser amount of soluble amino acids which makes them less attractive for the sucking pests
- Higher population of friendly insects & birds also contribute in reduction of pests
COTTON
Our package of practice is developed after years of field trials, consultations with scientists of SIMA-CDRA (Southern India Mills Association, Coimbatore), and practical experience of conducting commercial pilots at multiple locations with varied geo-climatic conditions.
- Field Trials
- SIMA-CDRA Consultations
- Commercial Pilots
- Practical Experience
PoP1 for Cotton per Acre (160days crop)
| Time | Stage | Application | Product | Quantity | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sowing | Soil preparation |
| Bom Biomics | 500ml | Balanced NPK nutrition |
| Sowing | Seed/ Seedling Treatment |
| Health booster, controls diseases | ||
| 20 DAS |
| Bom Biomics | 500ml | Balanced NPK nutrition, protection from pathogen | |
| 25 DAS |
| Bom TonicPlus | 500ml | Supply of micronutrients, root growth | |
| 40 DAS |
| Bom Biomics | 500ml | Balanced NPK nutrition, protection from pathogen | |
| 45 DAS |
| Bom TonicPlus | 500ml | Supply of micronutrients, growth, branching | |
| 60 DAS | Buds formation |
| Bom Biomics | 500ml | Balanced NPK nutrition, protection from pathogen |
| 70 DAS | Flowering |
| Bom TonicPlus | 500ml | Supply of micronutrients, immunity boost, growth |
| 90 DAS |
| Bom Biomics | 500ml | Balanced NPK nutrition, protection from pathogen | |
| 100DAS |
| Bom TonicPlus | 500ml | Supply of micronutrients, immunity boost, growth | |
| 120 DAS |
| Bom Biomics | 500ml | Balanced NPK nutrition, protection from pathogen | |
| 130DAS |
| Bom Tonic | 500ml | Supply of micronutrients, health & immunity |
Bio-activation of BioMics for 1 acre: Bring 10lit water to boil, mix 1kg of gur, cool it to normal temperature, add 500ml of Biomics and leave it covered with cloth for 2-3days. For foilar spray mix 10.5lit of activated Biomics with 400lit of water.
Field Application Guidance
For Foliar spray:
Always clean the mixing drum and sprayers thoroughly before use, there should be no chemical contaminants like weedicide, fungicide, pesticide etc
The biofertlizer needs to reach the roots as well as remain on the foliage, so we strongly advise spraying in higher dilution to ensure that the foliage is drenched in solution dripping down from top, so the microbes can spread more
Preferably spray Biofertilizer in the afternoon or on an overcast day, microbes need a little time in settling down so if harsh sunlight dries up the water that may reduce efficacy. Specially during dry seasons spraying in the afternoon is strictly advised
A drizzle or light rain during or after the spray is no problem, in fact it is better
Avoid spraying during heavy rain
Application Protocol
1. Bioactivation
- Bio-activation of BioMics for 1 acre: Bring 10lit water to boil, mix 1kg of gur, cool it to normal temperature, add 500ml of Biomics and leave it covered with cloth for 2-3days
- For foilar spray mix 10.5lit of activated Biomics with 400lit of water
- Before adding Biomics please ensure that the temperature is not more than 35degrees
- Check for the fruity smell after 2-3 days
2. Seed Treatment
- It is observed that our seed/ seedling treatment have always resulted in robust plant health & higher yield. The microbes that colonise the root system provide protection as well as growth factors.
- Soak seeds in bioactivated Shield or Biomics solution (dilution 1:10) for at least 30min before planting. One can soak it overnight too.
3. Seedling Treatment
- Dilute bio-activated Shield or Biomics solution (1:20) & dip/ soak the roots before planting
- Ensure solution adheres to the roots
4. Sowing / Transplanting
- After seed/ seedling treatment during sowing the seed or transplanting the seedling sprinkle/ drench bio-activated Biomics solution (dilution 1:20 i.e. for 1acre mix 10.5lit of activated Biomics in 200lit water) on the ridges or on the freshly planted saplings
- Ensure that root area is moist with the solution.
5. Foliar Spray Guidance
- Always clean the mixing drum and sprayers thoroughly before use, there should be no chemical contaminants like weedicide, fungicide, pesticide etc
- The biofertlizer needs to reach the roots as well as remain on the foliage, so we strongly advise spraying in higher dilution to ensure that the foliage is drenched in solution dripping down from top, so the microbes can spread more
- Preferably spray Biofertilizer in the afternoon or on an overcast day
- A drizzle or light rain during or after the spray is no problem, in fact it is better
- Avoid spraying during heavy rain
Precautions & Good Practices
For Bioactivation
Please use clean thoroughly washed container/ drum which is free from any chemical contaminants
For Bioactivation
Please use RO water or filtered water or drinking water
For Bioactivation
Before adding Biomics please ensure that the temperature is not more than 35degrees
For Bioactivation
Cover the activated liquid with cloth so air can pass, also under shade so rain or sunlight doesn’t fall in it
For Bioactivation
Check for the fruity smell after 2-3 days
Seed/ Seedling Treatment
It is observed that our seed/ seedling treatment have always resulted in robust plant health & higher yield. The microbes that colonise the root system provide protection as well as growth factors.
Chemical Pesticide
We prescribe bio-control, however if required apply as per your schedule (pls keep 7days gap with application of Biomics)
Weedicide
We prescribe manual weeding, however if required please keep 1 month gap after Biomics
Fungicide
Do not use, no need, our microbes would inhibit any fungal pathogen. Also it’ll be harmful to our microbes.
Control of Blight, Wilt, Leaf Spot & Fungal Pathogens
Bom Shield supresses bacterial blight, wilt, leaf spot very effectively by causing destruction of cell walls of pathogens & boosting immune system
Bacterial blight
Leaf spot
N.B.
- Foliar spray of Biomics alone ensures that beneficial microbes always adhere to the leaves of the plants making them less prone to attack from fungal pathogens due to competitive inhibition.
- It has been observed in every institutional trial on tea, cotton and even in sugarcane that in BomLife plots there are hardly any disease incidence.
Control of Sucking Pests: Whiteflies, Thrips, Aphids & Mealybugs
- Entomopathogenic fungi in Knight2 can control these sucking pests by penetrating and infecting them.
- As our microbes are most effective during the early stage of insect’s life i.e. nymph stage, application has to be made with the first sighting of pest or according to infestation pattern.
- We provide consultancy and advisory after studying existing pest and geo-climatic data.
- Spray after bio-activation in late afternoon (UV light and heat can reduce spore viability) especially underneath the leaves where eggs are laid
Whiteflies
Thrips
Aphids
Mealybugs
Control of Bollworm
- Microbe in Knight1 when ingested by Bollworm larvae paralyzes its digestive system and kills it.
- Spray after bio-activation in late afternoon (UV light and heat can reduce spore viability) especially underneath the leaves where eggs are laid
It’s observed that use of bio-fertilizer & adaptation of bio-organic practices greatly reduce pest infestation:
- Beneficial microbes adhering to the leaves damage the eggs laid by the sucking pests underneath the leaves
- Balanced nutrition provided by bio inputs results in stronger plant tissues, sap containing lesser amount of soluble amino acids which makes them less attractive for the sucking pests
- Higher population of friendly insects & birds also contribute in reduction of pests
Cotton Field Gallery
SUGARCANE
Our package of practice is developed after years of field trials, consultations with scientists of ICAR - Sugarcane Breeding Institute, Coimbatore, and practical experience of conducting commercial pilots at multiple locations with varied geo-climatic conditions.
- Field Trials
- ICAR SBI Consultations
- Commercial Pilots
- Practical Experience
PoP for Sugarcane per Acre (Fresh Plantation)
| Time | Stage | Application | Product | Doses | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-3 days before sowing | Bio-activation |
| Bom Biomics liq | 500ml | |
| During sowing | Sett Treatment |
| Protection from pathogen | ||
| During sowing | Soil Application |
| Balanced NPK nutrition, protection from pathogen | ||
| 3-4 weeks later |
| Bom Biomics | 500ml | Balanced NPK nutrition, protection from pathogen | |
| 5-6 weeks later |
| Bom TonicPlus | 500ml | Supply of micronutrients, root growth | |
| 10 weeks later |
| Bom Biomics liq | 500ml | Balanced NPK nutrition, protection from pathogen | |
| 12 weeks later |
| Bom TonicPlus | 500ml | Supply of micronutrients, growth, immunity | |
| 16 weeks later |
| Bom Biomics liq | 500ml | Balanced NPK nutrition, protection from pathogen | |
| 18-weeks later | Growth stage |
| Bom TonicPlus | 500ml | Supply of micronutrients, growth, immunity |
| 22 weeks later |
| Bom Biomics liq | 500ml | Balanced NPK nutrition, protection from pathogen | |
| 24-weeks later |
| Bom Tonic | 500ml | Supply of micronutrients, health booster |
PoP for Sugarcane per Acre (Ratoon Crop)
| Time | Stage | Application | Product | Doses | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Around Harvest | Bio-activation (2-3days before harvest) |
| Bom Shield | 500ml | Protection from pathogen |
| Around Harvest | After Harvest |
| |||
| 2 weeks later (after harvest) | Bio-activation |
| Bom Biomics | 500ml | Balanced NPK nutrition, protection from pathogen |
| 2 weeks later (after harvest) | Application |
| |||
| 4 weeks later |
| Bom TonicPlus | 500ml | Supply of micronutrients, root growth | |
| 8 weeks later |
| Bom Biomics liq | 500ml | Balanced NPK nutrition, protection from pathogen | |
| 10 weeks later |
| Bom TonicPlus | 500ml | Supply of micronutrients, growth, immunity | |
| 14 weeks later |
| Bom Biomics liq | 500ml | Balanced NPK nutrition, protection from pathogen | |
| 16-weeks later | Growth stage |
| Bom TonicPlus | 500ml | Supply of micronutrients, growth, immunity |
| 20 weeks later |
| Bom Biomics liq | 500ml | Balanced NPK nutrition, protection from pathogen | |
| 22-weeks later |
| Bom Tonic | 500ml | Supply of micronutrients, health booster |
Field Application Guidance
For Foliar spray:
Always clean the mixing drum and sprayers thoroughly before use, there should be no chemical contaminants like weedicide, fungicide, pesticide etc
The biofertlizer needs to reach the roots as well as remain on the foliage, so we strongly advise spraying in higher dilution to ensure that the foliage is drenched in solution dripping down from top, so the microbes can spread more
Preferably spray Biofertilizer in the afternoon or on an overcast day, microbes need a little time in settling down so if harsh sunlight dries up the water that may reduce efficacy. Specially during dry seasons spraying in the afternoon is strictly advised
A drizzle or light rain during or after the spray is no problem, in fact it is better
Avoid spraying during heavy rain
Application Protocol
1. Bioactivation
- Bring 10lit water to boil, mix 1kg of gur, cool it to normal temperature, add 500ml of Biomics Liq and leave it covered with cloth for 2-3days
- For foliar spray mix Bio-activated Biomics (10.5lit) in sufficient water (400lit/acre)
- Before adding Biomics please ensure that the temperature is not more than 35degrees
- Check for the fruity smell after 2-3 days
2. Sett Treatment
- It is observed that our sett/ seedling treatment have always resulted in robust plant health & higher yield. The microbes that colonise the root system provide protection as well as growth factors.
- Soak setts in bioactivated Shield or Biomics solution (dilution 1:20) for at least 30min before planting.
3. Seedling Treatment
- Dilute bio-activated Shield or Biomics solution (1:20) & dip/ soak the roots before planting
4. Sowing / Transplanting
- After sett/ seedling treatment during sowing the sett or transplanting the seedling sprinkle/ drench bio-activated Biomics solution (dilution 1:20 i.e. for 1acre mix 10.5lit of activated Biomics in 200lit water) on the trenches or on the freshly planted saplings
- Ensure that root area is moist with the solution.
5. Harvest Wound Treatment
- Just after harvest we strongly recommend sprinkling/ drenching the harvest wounds on canes with bio-activated Bom Shield solution
- Not only it protects the wound from any infection but also helps the root formation.
6. Foliar Spray Guidance
- Always clean the mixing drum and sprayers thoroughly before use, there should be no chemical contaminants like weedicide, fungicide, pesticide etc
- The biofertlizer needs to reach the roots as well as remain on the foliage, so we strongly advise spraying in higher dilution to ensure that the foliage is drenched in solution dripping down from top, so the microbes can spread more
- Preferably spray Biofertilizer in the afternoon or on an overcast day
- A drizzle or light rain during or after the spray is no problem, in fact it is better
- Avoid spraying during heavy rain
Precautions & Good Practices
For Bioactivation
Please use clean thoroughly washed container/ drum which is free from any chemical contaminants
For Bioactivation
Please use RO water or filtered water or drinking water
For Bioactivation
Before adding Biomics please ensure that the temperature is not more than 35degrees
For Bioactivation
Cover the activated liquid with cloth so air can pass, also under shade so rain or sunlight doesn’t fall in it
For Bioactivation
Check for the fruity smell after 2-3 days
Sett/ Seedling Treatment
It is observed that our sett/ seedling treatment have always resulted in robust plant health & higher yield. The microbes that colonise the root system provide protection as well as growth factors.
Harvest Wound Treatment
Just after harvest we strongly recommend sprinkling/ drenching the harvest wounds on canes with bio-activated Bom Shield solution. Not only it protects the wound from any infection but also helps the root formation.
Chemical Pesticide
We prescribe bio-control, however if required apply as per your schedule (pls keep 7days gap with application of Biomics)
Weedicide
We prescribe manual weeding, however if required please keep 1 month gap after Biomics
Fungicide
Do not use, no need, our microbes would inhibit any fungal pathogen. Also it’ll be harmful to our microbes.
Control of Smut, Rot, Rust & Wilt
Bom Shield suppresses smut, red rot, rust, wilt very effectively by causing destruction of cell walls of pathogens & boosting immune system
Smut
Red rot
Rust
Wilt
N.B.
- Foliar spray of Biomics alone ensures that beneficial microbes always adhere to the leaves of the plants making them less prone to attack from fungal pathogens due to competitive inhibition.
- It has been observed in every institutional trial on tea, cotton and even in sugarcane that in BomLife plots there are hardly any disease incidence.
Control of Pests: Borer, Grub, Aphids & Termite
- Bom Knight1 can effectively control borer & grub.
- Bom Knight2 can effectively control borer, aphid & termite.
- As our microbes are most effective during the early stage of insect’s life i.e. nymph stage, application has to be made with the first sighting of pest or according to infestation pattern.
- We provide consultancy and advisory after studying existing pest and geo-climatic data.
- Spray after bio-activation in late afternoon (UV light and heat can reduce spore viability) especially underneath the leaves where eggs are laid
Borer
Grub
Aphids
Termite
Bom Knight 1 for Borer & Grub
- Bom Knight1 can effectively control borer & grub.
- Spray after bio-activation in late afternoon (UV light and heat can reduce spore viability) especially underneath the leaves where eggs are laid
It’s observed that use of bio-fertilizer & adaptation of bio-organic practices greatly reduce pest infestation:
- Beneficial microbes adhering to the leaves damage the eggs laid by the sucking pests underneath the leaves
- Balanced nutrition provided by bio inputs results in stronger plant tissues, sap containing lesser amount of soluble amino acids which makes them less attractive for the sucking pests
- Higher population of friendly insects & birds also contribute in reduction of pests
Sugarcane Field Gallery
Training & Handholding Support
We provide comprehensive training and continuous handholding support to ensure smooth adoption of bio-organic farming practices.
- Training on Application Protocols
- Farm Monitoring & Field Visits
- Implementation Support (Conditions Applied)
WomanGrove Project
Our flagship environmental initiative promoting biodiversity, women empowerment and sustainable rural livelihoods.
- Environmental Restoration
- Women Empowerment
- Livelihood Generation
- Research & Education
Technical Advisory
Efficacy of Bio-inputs very much depend on following the correct application protocols and schedules. Improper handling can render the microbes ineffective or even dead.
Moreover each soil displays its own personality depending on their geo-climatic conditions, physical characteristics and existing cultivation practices.
Since our primary aim is to restore the nutrient engines in the soil to perform at the optimal level we need to study the existing data and prescribe crop specific package of practices for successful implementation.
Transition to bio-organic farming from conventional requires a cultural change, so apart from bio inputs we recommend embracing many sustainable cultural practices which improve soil health and reduce pest & diseases biologically.
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