Aerated Compost Tea (Non-Thermal Extract) — Composting Recipe
Active aeration multiplies beneficial bacteria/fungi from verified compost into a 24–36 h living extract. Use it as a soil drench—not always a miracle foliar on waxy pepper leaves without adjuvants.
Active aeration multiplies beneficial bacteria/fungi from verified compost into a 24–36 h living extract. Use it as a soil drench—not always a miracle foliar on waxy pepper leaves without adjuvants. This Composting preparation is made with primary inputs and is a staple input in regenerative Korean Natural Farming — feeding soil biology instead of relying on synthetic fertilizers. It is one of 50+ free recipes we use daily at the IC SPICY nursery in Port Charlotte, Florida.
Ingredients
- per table above Primary inputs
- majority of volume Clean water
Steps
- Start with lab-tested compost low in human pathogens.
- Bag in 400-micron mesh; suspend in chlorine-free water with vigorous bubbles.
- Feed modest microbe foods (unsulfured molasses) only if protocol demands.
- Brew 24–36 h; stop before anaerobic biofilm slicks dominate.
- Use within 4 h of ceasing aeration.
Common questions
How long does Aerated Compost Tea (Non-Thermal Extract) take to make?
Plan for about Same day unless noted from start to finish. Fermented and cultured inputs improve with proper timing, so follow the step schedule in the recipe rather than rushing stages.
When should I apply a Composting input like this?
Match the input to the plant's growth stage, per Master Cho's nutritive cycle theory: vegetative-stage plants favor growth inputs like FPJ and FAA, while flowering and fruiting plants favor WCA and FFJ. Apply early morning or late evening, and never in strong midday sun.
Is this safe for organic or no-spray gardens?
Yes — like all IC SPICY CookBook recipes, this uses only biological and food-grade ingredients with zero synthetic fertilizers or pesticides. Always label your jars, use clean tools, and do a small test application before treating every plant.