{"id":2617,"date":"2025-07-06T19:41:43","date_gmt":"2025-07-06T18:41:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ramamm.com\/?page_id=2617"},"modified":"2025-07-06T20:01:50","modified_gmt":"2025-07-06T19:01:50","slug":"how-technically-jeevamrutham-works","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ramamm.com\/?page_id=2617","title":{"rendered":"How technically Jeevamrutham works ?"},"content":{"rendered":"
Excellent scientific question! Let’s explore how the three gases produced during Jeevamrutham fermentation \u2014 methane (CH\u2084), ammonia (NH\u2083), and hydrogen sulfide (H\u2082S) \u2014 interact with plants and soil:<\/strong><\/h6>\n
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\ud83e\uddea These gases are byproducts of microbial activity, not directly made for<\/em> plants \u2014 but they do have indirect roles:<\/strong><\/h6>\n
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1. \ud83c\udf2b\ufe0f Methane (CH\u2084)<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Aspect<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/th>\n
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Details<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
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Source<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n
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Anaerobic microbes break down organic matter without oxygen.<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Role in plants<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n
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\u274c Plants do not use methane directly.<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Soil impact<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n
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In low-oxygen soils, excess methane indicates unhealthy microbial balance.<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Risk<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n
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Too much methane = anaerobic, suffocating soil, weak root growth.<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Indirect benefit<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n
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Small amounts show active decomposition; supports methane-consuming bacteria, which balance soil gases.<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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2. \ud83d\udca8 Ammonia (NH\u2083)<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Aspect<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/th>\n
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Details<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
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Source<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n
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From urea\/cow urine breakdown, protein decomposition by bacteria.<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Role in plants<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n
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\u2705 Ammonia converts to ammonium (NH\u2084\u207a) in moist soil \u2014 which plants can absorb as nitrogen.<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Soil impact<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n
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Helps build green leafy growth (like spinach, coriander, etc.).<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Risk<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n
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If ammonia is too high, it can burn roots or turn soil alkaline.<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Tip<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n
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Moist soil + balanced microbes = ammonia safely converted into usable plant food.<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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3. \ud83d\udc80 Hydrogen Sulfide (H\u2082S)<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Aspect<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/th>\n
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Details<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
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Source<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n
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Anaerobic bacteria break down sulfur in organic matter.<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Role in plants<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n
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\u274c Toxic to roots in high amounts.<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Soil impact<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n
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Even low levels harm root respiration. Causes rotten egg smell.<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Risk<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n
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Indicates oxygen starvation in soil.<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Good sign?<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n
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\ud83d\udeab No \u2014 H\u2082S is a sign to reduce watering or improve soil aeration.<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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\ud83e\uddea Summary Table: Gas Behavior in Soil<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Gas<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/th>\n
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Useful to Plant?<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/th>\n
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When Beneficial<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/th>\n
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When Harmful<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
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Methane (CH\u2084)<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n
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\u274c No<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n
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In tiny amounts, shows microbial activity<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n
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Excess = anaerobic, poor roots<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Ammonia (NH\u2083)<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n
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\u2705 Yes (converted to NH\u2084\u207a)<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n
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Provides nitrogen<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n
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In excess = root burn, smell, pests<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Hydrogen sulfide (H\u2082S)<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n
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\u274c No<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n
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None<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n
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Damages roots, smells bad, anaerobic zone<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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\ud83d\udca1 How to Handle These Gases in Jeevamrutham Use:<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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Tip<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/th>\n
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Benefit<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
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Always apply on moist but not wet soil<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n
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Prevents anaerobic pockets and root damage<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Stir and ferment Jeevamrutham only 2\u20133 days<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n
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Prevents overproduction of gases<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Use in small doses (5\u201310 L\/bed)<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n
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Gives microbial benefit without gas overload<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Loosen soil if smell is strong after application<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n
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Releases trapped gases, saves roots<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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How Ammonia converts into NH4+:

Great question! Here’s a technical explanation of how ammonia (NH\u2083)<\/strong> gets converted into forms that plants can absorb<\/strong> \u2014 mainly ammonium (NH\u2084\u207a)<\/strong> \u2014 in the soil.<\/p>\n

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\ud83e\uddea Step-by-Step: How Ammonia Works in Soil

\ud83d\udfe2 1. Ammonia Formation (NH\u2083)<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  • Ammonia is released into the soil from:\n
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    • Cow urine<\/strong> (urea \u2192 NH\u2083 via urease enzyme)<\/li>\n
    • Organic matter<\/strong> decomposition<\/li>\n
    • Jeevamrutham fermentation<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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      \ud83d\udd01 2. Ammonia to Ammonium Conversion<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      • In the presence of moisture and slightly acidic soil<\/strong>, ammonia gas (NH\u2083)<\/strong> dissolves into water and forms:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        NH\u2083\u00a0(ammonia)+H\u207a\u00a0(from\u00a0water)\u2192NH\u2084\u207a\u00a0(ammonium\u00a0ion)\\text{NH\u2083 (ammonia)} + \\text{H\u207a (from water)} \u2192 \\text{NH\u2084\u207a (ammonium ion)}<\/span>

        \u2705 NH\u2084\u207a = Plant-usable form<\/strong><\/p>\n

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        • This ammonium ion is stable<\/strong>, non-volatile<\/strong>, and directly absorbed by plant roots<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
        • Especially useful for leafy vegetables<\/strong> which need quick nitrogen<\/strong> for green growth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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          \ud83d\udd01 BONUS: What Happens Next (Optional Advanced)<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
          Process<\/th>\nReaction<\/th>\nNotes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
          Nitrification<\/strong><\/td>\nNH\u2084\u207a \u2192 NO\u2082\u207b \u2192 NO\u2083\u207b<\/td>\nMicrobial conversion to nitrate (NO\u2083\u207b), another plant-usable form<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          Immobilization<\/strong><\/td>\nNH\u2084\u207a \u2192 taken by microbes<\/td>\nHappens when too much carbon (e.g. dry mulch) is present<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          Volatilization<\/strong><\/td>\nNH\u2083 gas escapes to air<\/td>\nHappens if soil is dry, hot, or alkaline (waste of nitrogen)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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          \ud83d\udccc Key Factors That Help Ammonia Work for Plants:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
          Factor<\/th>\nIdeal Range<\/th>\nWhy it Matters<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
          Soil pH<\/td>\n6.0\u20137.5<\/td>\nKeeps NH\u2084\u207a stable and prevents gas loss<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          Moisture<\/td>\n50\u201370% field capacity<\/td>\nHelps dissolve NH\u2083 into NH\u2084\u207a<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          Temperature<\/td>\n20\u201330\u00b0C<\/td>\nSupports microbial nitrogen cycling<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
          Aeration<\/td>\nMedium<\/td>\nEncourages nitrifying bacteria without drying out soil<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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          \ud83e\udde0 Summary:<\/p>\n

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          • Ammonia (NH\u2083) is not directly taken by plants<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
          • It must first react with water and H\u207a ions<\/strong> to form ammonium (NH\u2084\u207a)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
          • NH\u2084\u207a is safe, stable, and readily absorbed by plant roots<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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            Would you like a simple flowchart or visual to show this ammonia-to-ammonium-to-nitrate conversion cycle?<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

            Excellent scientific question! Let’s explore how the three gases produced during Jeevamrutham fermentation \u2014 methane (CH\u2084), ammonia (NH\u2083), and hydrogen sulfide (H\u2082S) \u2014 interact with plants and soil: \ud83e\uddea These gases are byproducts of microbial activity, not directly made for plants \u2014 but they do have indirect roles: 1. \ud83c\udf2b\ufe0f Methane (CH\u2084) Aspect Details Source […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ub_ctt_via":"","_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"set","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"featured_image_src":null,"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ramamm.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2617"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ramamm.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ramamm.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ramamm.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ramamm.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=2617"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/ramamm.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2617\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2625,"href":"https:\/\/ramamm.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2617\/revisions\/2625"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ramamm.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=2617"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}