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Ditch Rust & Save Big — Actiferm EM: Natural, Powerful, UK-Smart
Tired of battling rust with harsh chemicals? Actiferm EM offers a safe, eco-friendly alternative. Simply submerge your rusty tools or metal parts, let the microbes get to work, and enjoy cleaner, longer-lasting results — naturally.
How to Care for Japanese Maples: The Agriton Acer Care Kit
Bring out the best in your Japanese maple with Agriton’s Acer Care Kit. Whether you’re planting a young 3 L pot, growing on in a 5 L container, or establishing a 10 L garden tree, our natural soil conditioners and Actiferm microbial support give your Acer the strong roots, vibrant leaves, and resilience it needs to shine year after year.
The Bokashi Paradox: 5 Surprising Truths About the Soil Booster That’s Disrupting Waste, Outperforming Compost, and Even Taming Weeds
Green waste isn’t waste at all. Dutch trials show Bokashi fermentation can cut council disposal costs by up to 64% and save farmers 87% compared to compost, all while locking in more carbon and even neutralising invasive plants like Japanese Knotweed. So why are we still calling it waste?
From Waste to Soil: Why September is the Season to Rethink Food Systems
September is harvest time—but also peak food waste. At Agriton, we believe scraps aren’t rubbish, they’re soil in waiting. By using bokashi fermentation and local composting, farms, councils, and communities can cut costs, build soil health, and strengthen local food systems. Healthy soil means healthier people, healthier harvests, and a more resilient future. 🌱
EM-X Gold: The Japanese Fermented Drink Backed by Science for Immunity, Energy & Healthy Ageing
At Agriton, our story has always been rooted in working with nature.
For years, we’ve been known for our expertise in Bokashi — harnessing the power of Effective Microorganisms (EM) to improve soil health, recycle organic waste, and build more sustainable farming systems.
But healthy soil is only the beginning.
A thriving environment naturally supports healthier plants, animals… and people.
That’s why we’ve expanded our mission to include wellness products designed to support human health, using the same EM principles that have transformed our approach to agriculture.
Compost Culture: How a Birmingham Project is Turning Food Waste into a Community Revolution
Compost Connection is changing the way Birmingham deals with food waste. Through bokashi, hot composting, and no-dig gardening, this community-led project is creating a closed-loop system that feeds both soil and people — while tackling food justice, sustainability, and social change.
From Waste to Wonder: How EM and Worms Create the Ultimate Living Compost
Discover how worms and Effective Microorganisms (EM) can transform everyday food waste into powerful, living compost. This practical guide shows you how to build healthier soil, boost plant resilience, and create your own microbe-rich “black gold” — right from home. Whether you're a gardener, grower, or sustainability enthusiast, this is composting made simple, natural, and effective.
Reclaiming Soil, Taste, and Education: How Love Farm Oxford is Leading a Microbial Farming Revolution
At Love Farm Oxford, natural farming meets community empowerment. Using Indigenous Microorganisms (IMOs), DIY soil biology, and no-dig methods, this care farm is restoring land, revitalizing flavor, and reconnecting people—especially children—with the food system from the ground up.
Reimagining Green Waste: How Bokashi Is Helping Estates Like Lyme Park Regenerate Their Landscapes
Discover how Lyme Park is rethinking green waste with Agriton’s Bokashi “cut and drop” system—an on-site fermentation method that turns garden waste into microbe-rich mulch. This low-cost, low-labour solution reduces fuel use, retains soil carbon, and regenerates landscapes without the need for turning, hauling, or heavy equipment.
How EM Technology is Revolutionising Composting: Less Heat, More Microbes, Better Results
Effective Microorganisms (EM) are changing the composting game—reducing heat spikes, preserving nutrients, and supporting a more balanced microbial ecosystem. Whether you're using a proprietary blend like Actiferm or exploring DIY alternatives, this guide shows how EM can elevate your composting strategy.