Bhoomi Dhan is a traditional and highly valued organic fertilizer in agriculture.
It is a decomposed mixture of several natural farm materials, primarily:
Animal dung and urine: Primary source of nutrients.
Litter: Bedding materials like straw, sawdust, or plant residues that absorb urine and add organic matter.
Leftover roughage or fodder: Undigested plant material contributing to the manure.
The effectiveness of Bhoomi Dhan lies in the decomposition process, where microorganisms break down these materials over time.
Well-decomposed Bhoomi Dhan is dark, crumbly, and has a rich earthy smell.
📊 Composition & Nutrient Content
Nitrogen (N): 0.5%
Phosphorus pentoxide (P₂O₅): 0.2%
Potassium oxide (K₂O): 0.5%
Though nutrient values seem lower than synthetic fertilizers, Bhoomi Dhan’s real strength is its ability to improve soil health long-term.
🌿 Benefits of Bhoomi Dhan
Improves Soil Structure: Creates a stable, crumbly soil that enhances aeration and drainage.
Enhances Fertility: Provides a slow-release source of essential macro- and micronutrients.
Boosts Microbial Activity: Supports beneficial microbes for better nutrient cycling and disease suppression.
Prevents Soil Erosion: Improved structure reduces erosion by wind and water.
Cost-Effective & Sustainable: A natural byproduct of livestock farming that recycles farm nutrients.
⚒ Preparation Methods
Pit Method: Collect manure, litter, and residues in a trench for slow decomposition with minimal nutrient loss.
Heap Method: Manure piled under shade; easier but prone to nutrient leaching and volatilization.
Bhoomi Dhan is often enriched with other organics or microbial inoculants
to accelerate decomposition and deliver high potency microbes for maximum soil benefits.