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Biodynamics is a holistic, ecological and ethical approach to farming, food and nutrition aiming to harmonize vital life forces and promote the wellbeing of the entire ecosystem. It's a potent paradigm related to food, agriculture, and now, the cultivation of cannabis. (demeter-usa.org)
So this sounds like a sustainable farming practice at face value, but it gets pretty interesting. There's a bigger picture including cosmic forces. Here's an excerpt from an article I read:
Lunar planting finds its roots in organic and biodynamic farming techniques of ancient cultures who studied the profound power the moon had on the water on this planet. Every day of the year, the moon is rotating and moving to complete its eight stages and four phases every single month. On average, it takes about 29.5 days to complete the cycle.
There are different timing techniques that can be used to enhance the vitality of plants. The Synodic cycle uses a planting method that divides the lunar cycle into four phases or quarters from waning to waxing. The first phase, from the new moon through the first quarter moon, is considered a particularly fertile and moist time and is an ideal time to plant new seeds or take cuttings from existing cannabis plants. During the second phase when the moon is waxing, from the first quarter moon to the full moon, plants experience increased growth.
When the moon cycles from full through the last quarter, the third phase, moisture levels reach their peak. It’s not recommended to plant anything during this time. From the last quarter through the new moon, the fourth and final phase, the moon is waning and growth energy is pulled down into the roots of the plants. During this time, general maintenance is recommended. Also, it’s a good idea to check the soil and perhaps water plants, as moisture levels drop as the moon begins to wane.
I find it difficult to believe this would make substantial differences but it's interesting I think. I find the symbiosis of life to be fascinating.
Hippy magic or the real deal?
So this sounds like a sustainable farming practice at face value, but it gets pretty interesting. There's a bigger picture including cosmic forces. Here's an excerpt from an article I read:
Lunar planting finds its roots in organic and biodynamic farming techniques of ancient cultures who studied the profound power the moon had on the water on this planet. Every day of the year, the moon is rotating and moving to complete its eight stages and four phases every single month. On average, it takes about 29.5 days to complete the cycle.
There are different timing techniques that can be used to enhance the vitality of plants. The Synodic cycle uses a planting method that divides the lunar cycle into four phases or quarters from waning to waxing. The first phase, from the new moon through the first quarter moon, is considered a particularly fertile and moist time and is an ideal time to plant new seeds or take cuttings from existing cannabis plants. During the second phase when the moon is waxing, from the first quarter moon to the full moon, plants experience increased growth.
When the moon cycles from full through the last quarter, the third phase, moisture levels reach their peak. It’s not recommended to plant anything during this time. From the last quarter through the new moon, the fourth and final phase, the moon is waning and growth energy is pulled down into the roots of the plants. During this time, general maintenance is recommended. Also, it’s a good idea to check the soil and perhaps water plants, as moisture levels drop as the moon begins to wane.
I find it difficult to believe this would make substantial differences but it's interesting I think. I find the symbiosis of life to be fascinating.
Hippy magic or the real deal?
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