Active microorganisms (EM) in agriculture

Active microorganisms (EM), what are they, what do they do and where are they used?

Χρυσοβαλάντης Χατζηγεωργίου
11 April 2025
Categories: Active microorganisms (EM) for home use, Active microorganisms (EM) in agriculture, Active microorganisms (EM) in animal husbandry, Active microorganisms (EM) in the environment
Tags: animals and plants, better absorption of nutrients, better digestive function, better root system development, biostabilisation of manure, Bokashi, clean with good germs, composting, higher yields on agricultural products, improving nutrient availability, inhibition of fungal pathogens, larger leaf area, less odours, low-cost practice, rich biological fertilizer, safe for people, suppression of plant pathogens, utilisation of household bio-waste, water bioremediation

Active Microorganisms (EM) are an innovative biotechnology that harnesses the power of beneficial microbes to support sustainable practices in agriculture, animal husbandry, environmental management and human hygiene. Table of Contents Introduction What are Active Microorganisms (EM) Mechanisms of action of EM Areas of application of EM 4.1. Georgia 4.2. Livestock 4.3. Waste and water treatment 4.4. Health and hygiene 4.5. Home use Advantages of EM Limitations and concerns Conclusions Bibliography 1. Introduction Active or effective Microorganisms (EM) are a mixture of beneficial microbes used as an ecological technology to improve a variety of biological processes. The concept was developed in ... Read more