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Thursday, May 19, 2011

Preparation of 5% Neem seed kernel extract


Azadiractin chemical present in the Neem seed will affect on different stages of the pest life cycle. It will act through stomach and contact insects

Required materials: Neem seeds – 5 kilo and sodic soil or soap nut powder – 100 grams

Preparation: Five kilo of Neem seeds dried under shade with good quality can be powdered. This powder can be packed in cloth and keep in 10lts of water for 10-12 hrs. Extract the decoction by pressing the cloth pack for 10-15mints. Filter this solution through a thin cloth. Add 100grs of surf to the filtered solution. Add 100lts of water to the solution and spray it in 1acre during evening time

Uses of Neem seed kernel extract:  It affects egg and larva stages. Larvae can feed on the leaves, as the leaves tastes bitter. Azadiractin chemical which is present in the Neem, affects the lifecycle of the pests. The pest will die as larvae or pupae. This solution will not affect human health, friendly insects and environment. Lemonades chemical present in Neem will help in keeping the crop healthy

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