NEEM CAKE
NEEM CAKE is an organic soil amendment that is not toxic to birds and beneficial insects. It also protects crops from over 200 crop-eating pests.
NEEM CAKE is the Neem Seed meal obtained as residue of extracting Neem Oil from
Neem Seeds. Neem Cake is a potent
antifungal, anti-parasitic pest repellent, soil conditioner and organic
manure. It contains high concentrations
of Azadirachtin and is used in
agriculture, horticulture, floriculture and the turf industry as an organic
fertiliser.
NEEM CAKE, used as an organic manure, is forked, dug or ploughed into the soil, where it gives protection to plant roots against attack from nematodes, termites and white ants. Neem cake functions as a:
- soil-conditioner (fortification): Supplies vital micronutrients (including NPK) to the soil,
- soil-rejuvenator (enhancement)
- soil-protector (pest control): effectively controls termites, fungus, nematodes, ants, harmful bacteria and other pests in the soil.
- plant strengthener: it strengthens the immunity of plants and increases a plant’s resistance to pests
THE NEEM CAKE ADVANTAGE:
ü Neem Cake lowers nitrogen loss in soil
üNeem Cake increases leaf lifespan, plant growth and flower blossoming.
ü Neem Cake strengthens plant roots and protects them from nematodes, white ants and other soil insects.
ü Neem Cake improves the general appearance of flowers, fruits & vegetables.
ü Neem Cake is a complete organic plant food that increases productivity and soil fertility.
ü Neem Cake accelerates root development and overall plant growth.
ACTIVE INGREDIENT- Azadirachtin is the most active ingredient in Neem Cake. It reduces insect feeding, and acts as an
insecticide and repellant. It also
arrests the metamorphosis of insects at all stages- egg, caterpillar, pupae and
adulthood. For example, Azadirachtin interferes with insect hormone systems,
making it harder for insects to grow and lay eggs. Azadirachtin can also repel and reduce the
feeding of nematodes.
For plots of 10 to 15 sq. metre:
1. Apply 1 kg of Neem Cake.
2. Plough the Neem Cake thoroughly into
the soil to a depth of 6 inches on the planting area.
3. Thoroughly drench the Neem Cake soil
mixed area with water just before planting.
For Pots: 1 Tablespoon can be mixed in the
potting soil per pot.
For established seedlings and plants: place
neem cake around the base of plants (about 4 inches radius from the center of
the plant). Water as usual.
STORAGE
Neem Cake can be safely
stored in cool dry place. Please avoid storing in moist or damp areas.
TERMITE CONTROL
Termite damage occurs mainly on soils very low
in organic matter content. Adding neem cake and compost to
the soil helps to increase the organic matter in the soil, fortifies the soil and creates an environment that termites
avoid.
After integrating the neem cake and compost into the soil, the
beds need to be watered twice daily for two weeks prior to planting to release
the active ingredients in the neem cakecake for the soil to absorb- this will
rejuvenate the soil and boost its nutrient content.
