Biodynamic Preparation #500 Cow Horn Manure
Stimulates soil activity Promotes root growth Activates the soil’s own life Supports soil loosening Supports water and nutrient absorption Promotes nitrogen fixation of the nodule bacteria BD #500 stimulates seed germination, root growth, and humus formation. Use when planting, transplanting or turning in cover crops. How to use BD #500Stir for one hour in 3 to 5 gallons of water. BD #500 should be applied in the afternoon. Spray immediately after stirring. One unit per acre is the established minimum for noticeable results. But Rudolf Steiner's original indications recommended much more per acre: "As regards quantities and dilution, I have ascertained by repeated observation that an area of about 1500 square yards (near one-third of an acre) can be served with the contents of such a cow horn, diluted in about half a bucket full of water." Rudolf Steiner, Agriculture Course, Lecture IV For those who wish to follow Steiner's original indications, one horn's worth is generally 3 un