Bokashi Bin Set with 2kg Bran

Agriton Bokashi Bins

What is Bokashi? Bokashi is Japanese and means 'fermented organic matter' or literally ‘softening’. The Bokashi process involves fermenting waste organic matter in an anaerobic environment using Effective Microorganisms (EM). These microbes produce bio-active substances like enzymes, vitamins, antimicrobials, and phytonutrients, which favour plant development and help prevent diseases.

Bokashi is registered with the European input list, and is suitable for use on organic holdings.

Dimensions

Height of bucket on stand 40cm

Width 36cm

Depth  27cm

Set Includes: 

• Two grey Bokashi Buckets with airtight lids (15.3L each)
• Presser
• Draining sieve
• Drainer cup
• Detachable base
• Scoop
• 2kg of Bokashi Bran

Benefits

• Air tight lid ensures proper fermentation, minimises odours and keeps flies out.
• Can handle cooked food waste and meat.
• Separates out liquid 'Bokashi Tea'.
• Small & compact, designed for indoor use.
• Use one bin while the other ferments, ensuring continuous recycling.
• Easy cleaning - dishwasher safe (up to 55°C)
• Includes 2kg of Bokashi Bran and a scoop for easy use.

How to Make Bokashi

1. Sprinkle a bit of Bran first into bottom of bucket.
2. Add chopped food waste (maximum 5 cm pieces) in layers.
3. Sprinkle 1-2 tablespoons of Bokashi Bran per kilo of kitchen waste.
4. Press food waste firmly with the presser and close the lid tightly.
5. Continue layering until the bin is full.
6. Finish with a final layer of Bokashi Bran.Seal with the air-tight lid.
7. Drain the Bokashi liquid regularly.
8. Allow the waste to ferment for 2 weeks before use.

What Can Go in the Bin?

• Cooked food waste
• Meat
• Fruit and vegetable scraps (including citrus)
• Egg shells & small bones
• Bread
• Coffee grounds and tea bags
• Flower/plant residues 

Unsuitable

• Mouldy or rotten food waste
• Liquids such as soup & oil
• Large bones
• Paper

Uses for Bokashi after Fermentation

• Direct Soil Integration: Add the Bokashi pre-compost directly to the soil in a trench. Within 4-6 weeks, it becomes a safe and potent food/energy source for the life within the soil, contributing to a thriving soil food web.
• Compost Acceleration: Utilize the pre-compost to accelerate the breakdown of green waste in standard aerobic composting. The facultative nature of Bokashi microbes enhances temperatures and increases microbial activity, expediting the composting process.
• Wormery Enrichment: Introduce the pre-compost to a wormery. Worms love Bokashi as it's predigested for them, enriching the vermicompost and promoting a nutrient-rich environment for your plants.