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Activated EM-1® (EMAS)

Activated EM-1® (EMAS)

Harga: RM 10.00 / Liter
pH: 3.4 – 3.6 
S.G: 1.2

EM-1® Microbial Inoculant products can be used directly from the bottle or they are grown one time for economical purposes. This “growing” process is called Activation Solution (EMAS). The normal activation process is to take one part EM-1® and make 22 times the amount through a simple fermentation process. Below are instructions on how to do this simple process that normally takes anywhere from 5-10 days to complete when done properly.

The cooler temperature, the longer fermentation takes to complete. And, the process is done without air. Any local home brewing supplier will have the materials you will need to have a successful Activation. These items include airlocks, carboys, tubing, etc. If you want to keep it really simple, you may use a clean soda bottle with a screw on top. These bottles are very good because they can take a tremendous amount of pressure and can be found virtually anywhere.

To prepare 22 parts of Activated EM-1® (EMAS) from 1 part of EM-1®.

• A clean airtight plastic bottle or container or large tank with lid.
• 1 part EM-1®. (5% of the total volume)
• 1 part Sugar Cane Molasses. (5% of the total volume)
• 20 parts warm water 38°C

Tools to help the preparation process

• A funnel
• A measuring cup and spoon
• pH paper / pH meter to check pH

To Make 1 liter or quart

1. Add water to fill 80% of the plastic bottle
2. Then add 50ml (1.7oz) of molasses and 50ml (1.7oz) of EM-1® in the bottle
3. Shake the bottle to dissolve the molasses. Top off with water.
4. Cap the bottle tightly and keep in a warm place.

Making 5 gallons of Activated EM-1®

1. Add water to fill 50% of the plastic container
2. Then add 28 oz. of molasses and 28 oz of EM-1® in the bottle*
3. Shake the container to dissolve the molasses and top off the container with warm water.
4. Cap the container tightly and keep in a warm place

*Dissolve the molasses with warm or hot water before adding it to the container. This makes the preparation easier.

Making 55 gallons (208 liters) Activated EM-1®

1. Add 30 gallons 38°C Water
2. Add 2.5 gallons molasses
3. Add EM-1® Microbial Inoculant
4. Fill drum with 38°C Water
5. Seal drum and keep in warm place

Making a tote of (275 gallons) or 1,000 liters of Activated EM-1®

1. Add water to fill half of the tank
2. Then add 12 gallons of molasses and 12 gallons of EM-1® to the tank*
3. Top off the tank with more warm water to prevent excess airspace.
4. Cap the tank tightly and keep in a warm place

When is it ready?

When the pH of the solution drops to 3.7 or below and has rested at this pH for 5-7 days, the Activated EM-1® is ready to use. You will have about 30-45 days to use it at this point.

* Dissolve the molasses with warm or hot water before adding it to the tank.
This makes the preparation easier.

**During the fermentation process pressure builds up in the containers as the microbes digest the sugars. To avoid rupturing the container, “burp” it and reseal. Burping may have to be done one or more times per day. You may also use airlocks or blow off tubes.

NOTE

EM-1® likes warm conditions. A suitable temperature for fermentation (propagation) of EM-1® is from 86°F to 104°F (30°C to 40°C). After making the Activated EM-1® (EMAS), place the Activated EM-1® (EMAS) next to a radiator, space heater, or other warm device, or even wrap it in a blanket or an insulator, in order to promote EM-1® fermentation for 4-5 days.

STORAGE

Activated EM-1® (EMAS) should be kept in an expandable (plastic) air-tight container to keep it anaerobic (oxygenless).

Store Activated Activated EM-1® (EMAS) at room temperature, 68°F to 86°F (20°C-30°C). Refrigeration is not necessary.

In containers that are not completely airtight, a white layer of yeast will form on the surface. Since this may lead to putrefaction, remove the layer as needed and transfer to a container that can be closed tightly. Be sure to leave as little airspace in the bottle as possible.

If Activated EM-1® (EMAS) has a foul smell or the pH rises above 4.0, the solution could be contaminated with undesirable microbes and should be discarded. This material is fine to pour into a long-term compost pile.

original article: www.emamerica.com and Edited by Bumi Segar Fish & Farm