Introduction to Organic Fertilization (30 minutes)

• The Need for Organic Fertilization
• Difference between Organic and Synthetic Fertilizers
• Environmental and Health Impacts

Principles of Soil Health and Nutrient Cycle (30 minutes)

• Importance of Soil Health
• Understanding the Nutrient Cycle
• Soil Microorganisms and their Role in Fertilization

Organic Fertilizer Sources (30 minutes)

• Animal-Based Fertilizers: Manure and Bone Meal
• Plant-Based Fertilizers: Compost and Green Manure
• Mineral Fertilizers: Lime and Rock Phosphate

Organic Fertilizer Techniques (30 minutes)

• Composting at Home
• Vermiculture: Worms at Work
• Making and Using Compost Tea

Advanced Strategies for Organic Fertilization (60 minutes)

• Cover Crops and Crop Rotation
• Intercropping and Companion Planting

Organic Fertilizer and Permaculture Principles (30 minutes)

• Integrating Organic Fertilizer Techniques into a Permaculture System
• Case Studies in Successful Organic Fertilization

Review and Q&A (30 minutes)

• Review of Key Points
• Open Q&A Session