How To Make Aerated Compost Tea for Healthy Gardens - Homemade Liquid Compost - Step by Step Guide

[@tattooedgardener]

I lovvvvve being a mad plant scientist, it's so fun and rewarding to see your plants thrive from something you made from nature!

[@eduardohanon]

Please make the large scale! If you could do large scale for farms for most of your videos, it would be awesome. I work at a large farm, and have applied what you post at large scale, but not as efficient as I would like. Thank you very much!

[@gardenlikeaviking]

this video here will show how to make the brewer to make 55 gallons... this can be diluted 10x and still be absolutely effective... so 500 gallons at a time can be applied via sprayer or drip lines so long as its filtered finely kzbin.info/www/bejne/gKCTpIlmbJZleZY

[@BryanNichols]

👏fifty five gallon drum!👏👏fifty five gallon drum!👏👏fifty five gallon drum!👏

[@gardenlikeaviking]

here it is my friend kzbin.info/www/bejne/gKCTpIlmbJZleZY

[@tinabarton2938]

yes, please make the video for large scale. I want a garden just like yours. Your garden is the best I have ever seen in my life. Your sharing of your knowledge is more appreciated than you will ever know. Thanks so much.

[@gardenlikeaviking]

thank you for the positive energy my friend ok the large scale video is coming next week for you!!

[@ShanaAlversonFitness]

@@gardenlikeaviking where can we find the Viking granules you mentioned?

[@connecticutwormsgardens]

​@@gardenlikeaviking It's been 11 days since you said the large scale aeration video would be up in a week. Can you please give me the link to it, I can't find it. Thank you😊😊

[@gardenlikeaviking]

@@connecticutwormsgardens kzbin.info/www/bejne/gKCTpIlmbJZleZY

[@gardenlikeaviking]

@@ShanaAlversonFitness hello my friend just seeing this now but we are out of the Viking Granular Fertilizer until next season it'll be available about January/February time thank you!

[@glassbackdiy3949]

I started brewing AACT in 2011, self taught microscopy, I stopped 3yrs ago because extracts are so much easier, nothing can go wrong. I stopped using an air pump to do the extractions this yr, now I use a paint stirring bit on a drill, 60 seconds and it's done, add foods, apply. I tested the air extraction (6 port pump) Vs paint stirrer under the scope (Johnson-Su compost) I had to dilute the paint stirrer mix 7:1 to get the same numbers as the air extraction, no microbes were harmed in the making of this post :)

[@santiagolizarraga1190]

Idk what your opinion on the microbes is, but I find AACT to be too random and a bit limited in the types of microbes that can multiply inside the tea. Stopped using them and went for extracts too

[@glassbackdiy3949]

@@santiagolizarraga1190 that's a fair assessment. Extract has a much higher diversity, look at the vermimicrobiomeproject there's a post with the picture of Troy Hinke on the front page (the vermicompost tea guy from Rodale) they did DNA tests on the tea Vs the Extract with Troys tea, the results speak for themselves, brewing teas reduces diversity by multiple oders of magnitude. Also most people stopped adding molasis like 10 yrs ago because it goes anaerobic as the microbes breed so fast they use up all the O2, even in farm scale commercial brewers. I only add humic acid, kelp, and rocksalt to my extracts.

[@out99990]

Are the extracts you speak of when you just put compost in water for a few days-then stir-then apply?

[@johnnygavita]

Is that a microbe friendly stirrer?

[@lukeblackford1677]

What’s extracts???

[@shawnmurphy282]

About the only thing I use now. Easy to make, doesnt burn plants, visible results, soil builder. Sometimes I add a couple of lumps of rotten grass clippings to the bag to get the fugal count up a little.

[@justinmillward9486]

Thanks Nate, your energy is the reason why we all grow so well, keep on Rocking it

[@iowaviking]

Yes 55gal would be beneficial for me.

[@gardenlikeaviking]

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[@johnb-lz9mg]

I try to use a compost tea with worm castings and molasses about every 2 weeks. I just got some kelp meal delivered and now I can add that in as well. I was just top dressing the kelp meal. But after seeing this I now realize I can add it to my teas. I never even thought of that but it make perfect sense. Thanks for opening my eyes. Keep up the great work. I look forward to your very educational videos. They help so much

[@momcomputer6461]

Nate, I appreciate how you are always there for us, walking us thru every corridor in the garden! ThanQ! I'm ready for the 55 gal. mother load of nutrients, please! Doo it! Doo it! Doo it! 😉

[@rachelhenson6668]

I've been trying all your ferments etc and they are all fantastic......thankyou so much for sharing your knowledge with us all. I really cannot wait to try this new concoction!😄

[@dkottke11]

Best instructional videos on KZbin. Thanks, Nate!

[@Trivdgun-]

I currently have an old coffee bucket with bit of compost and rainwater that I threw a bit of old sugar into. I let it sit for a couple days before using. Smells sweet but earthy. I call it the forbidden chocolate milk.

[@rickthelian2215]

Thanks Nate😊 Yes let’s see the 55Gallon 😊

[@matthewseal6079]

Yes! Would love to see the 55 gallon drum method.

[@elainelandry1990]

We would all love to have that video made in a 55 gallon drum. It's amazing and we all need a big supply. Getting the other additions will have everyone learning how to make these awesome recipes. Thank you Nate for educating us. I'm old but I can still learn.

[@gardenlikeaviking]

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[@c3N3q]

I've had great results with areated compost tea. You can also put the molasses inside the bag With the other stuff and the bubbles do the rest. Smells wonderful.

[@ChadnRanda]

Another tip for you when you put them in that socket. The hoses pack still wool into the other end of the socket. It micronizes the bubbles

[@dbax6800]

Yes, please, on a larger scale, I have been doing this for years. I have the pump already, and the molasses I have a 30-gallon container have been doing close to the same thing built a aerator out of PVC that fits down in the 30 gallon tank I hook the hose to it works great

[@pampotgieter7611]

AWESOME! and WOW! As per usual NATE you have delivered another fantastic recipe to get the garden to explode with nutrient dense yummy tasting food for the gods. Love the great detail in producing such a high quality video. Those varbrant gorgeous looking leaves. Picture perfect ! Hmmm YUMMY!!!!! Going to ask hubby to make this set up for me. He has been so helpful in helping me by making, and building things to use in the garden. I am so grateful. Thank You So much NATE! You are just the very BEST! We all just love you. And of course it goes without saying, I will be sharing this wonderful video with gardening family overseas, family here, friends, and neighbours. 💚🌿🌱👍🌿💚🌱👍🌿💚🌱👍🌿💚🌱👍🙌🤗❤

[@elena2010111]

Thanks! Excellent video. Please make video for large scale

[@brianseybert192]

Second year using only home made fertilizers, aerated teas are a big part. I take it another step further by using a microscope to see exactly what is in the tea, pretty interesting.. Good to mention to keep everything clean, I treat the equipment as If I am going to drink it. Nice video! Stay Well!!!

[@ej4753]

Would definitely like to see the 55 gallon mix!

[@knightmayor6352]

I just started my first batch tonight and am excited to give it a go in the garden!

[@michaellanning108]

I would absolutely love the 55 gallon version!! I put in multiple votes for that one.

[@gardenlikeaviking]

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[@michaellanning108]

Have already made two batches. Successful so far. Looking forward to seeing some results!! Thanks again, my friend.

[@JamesTheAxeThrower]

I recently started putting my tea into a chapin sprayer so I can soak the leafs (both sides!) and it makes them look EVEN BETTER than just watering with the tea. Definitely try it out! (You can dilute it further in water if that makes you feel more comfortable using it that way)

[@bobbymoriahyoho537]

I love this and please do the large scale version! You are seriously my favorite garden channel. Keep up the amazing work!

[@harvey195]

I love your videos. You're very knowledgeable. People always say, oh you're composting, I hate that stuff it always smells terrible. My compost doesn't smell bad, it smells kinda like sweet pipe tobacco. When it's done, it smells like rich earth. I've never had smelly compost. I can't wait to try this out with my finished compost.

[@gardenlikeaviking]

wow thats a great description "like sweet pipe tobacco".... so true!

[@stevedunlap3392]

I am very interested in the 55 gallon video. Thankyou for helping us have healthier gardens this year.

[@danielklee2933]

I have been following you for only for a few months, but man have I learned a lot! I am making the LABS from your video as we speak. It's on day 2. For me, it's all about the soil food web, and how to strengthen it. Make the 55 gallon drum video. That would be cool too. Thank you for making all your very informative videos.

[@danielklee2933]

I finished the LABS. The cheese is phenomenal, just like you said. We are going to make some pierogi and use some of the cheese that way. Thanks Viking!

[@apostoloslioulios8294]

Another great video to the point like always Nate!amazing stuff my friend!even though i am gardening for more than 20 years making my compost and use it to the soil i never try the teas!looking forward!here in Greece my garden is already full with big heat loving plants and i have to play with some of the ingredients maybe!we will see!!love your work my friend and everyone is waiting for the next video with the big barrel!

[@JJ-or2bw]

Thank you for the knowledge! Please share your 55 gal drum process my friend!

[@kenoguy10]

YES, YES, YES!!!! PLEASE DO A VIDEO ON LARGE SCALE BATCHES (up to 55 gallon or leven larger) Also let us know " shelf life " of large batches and reccomendations on how often to apply. ( I'm guessing excess could be used on trees and/or flowers?. ) [ foliar and/or drench? ] or as compost pile " kick starter?" )

[@crocketp]

Yes I wanna see on a larger scale please 😊

[@lelandhank4275]

I’d love to see 55gal drum video

[@wildwind61]

Thank you so much for sharing such a wealth of knowledge! Most certainly would like to see a video showing the larger scale production of your version of aerated compost tea.

[@gardenlikeaviking]

thank you my friend and its coming soon!

[@nickthegardener.1120]

Love it Nate, definitely need to get this going. Difficult times, i just split up and moved so I need to get organised.👍👌🤠

[@TreeHuggingTruther]

Blessed brother Nate, bringing the wisdom to the tribe like a champ, THANK YOU KINDLY!!! Just watched your most recent video on the 5 types/styles of mulch & their respective how-to(s), excellent job as always my friend!! I’ll make you a deal, lol… You do the 55 gallon compost tea vid & I’ll share my 55 gallon joke in the following Saturday morning livestream Q&A! It’s clean enough, no worries, lol. Alright, I’ll be waiting & wishing you a day filled with countless nows of savoring & thriving 🙏🏻🐝❤️🌻💪🏻

[@windinseinemhaar6630]

Watched out so badly for good knowledge sources in literal form. So, here it is finally: Jeff Lowenfels! Thank You so much, Nate!🙏

[@Eagle-Gardening]

I also add insect frass after 12 hours. This should help making the plants resilient against bugs. Last time I kept it 2 months with air on 24/7, and added LAB and Molasses every now and then I didn't get any bad smell, but have no idea if the quality was degraded. I should add the room temp is 30-40C. Cheers

[@deborah9237]

Yes please do the larger scale. Also if appropriate can you discuss the difference between this method and the extract they are talking about? Thanks 🙏

[@heatherwilliams9660]

I'm wondering about the extracts too, but also, how often too use this and how long it stores for (if at all). Also, might've missed that info in the video... rewatching now! Lol

[@gardenlikeaviking]

yes here is a video where I explain this exact thing kzbin.info/www/bejne/rF6sqmyfedSSmbs .... thank you!

[@PhoenixSkyeMacDonald]

Yes, please make a video in the 55 gal. You are awesome!! Thank you! I am learning so much from you

[@smas3256]

I'll watch video again if you've already answered my questions. Saving this. Will it turn rancid with age? Storage? Do you wait for seedlings to be planted into your garden? I love love love your gardens Nate. Thanks for the knowledge.

[@jakegaming818]

Use right away.. the biology will typically start to decline after 28-32 hours of bubbling, that's why 24 hours is kind of the go-to. This isn't a ferment, ad he said, it's aerobic and without air being pumped in it'll turn anaerobic (think swamp) and not be as beneficial tomorrow garden

[@AaronAyers-vw4os]

Ive saw a couple people wanting larger scale. If you are making a 55 gallon barrel just use 11 times what he showed here

[@mofomoco]

Awesome tip. Thanks.

[@Ericmoscati]

Thank you!! Yes please make a video on how you make the batch for 55 gal.

[@bushcraftbaron7218]

Please do 55 gallon drum video.

[@Look-to-NatureHomestead]

Always amazing knowledge brother! Much more beneficial than the LIVE NUDES I thought I clicked on... 🤷‍♂️

[@houseofflava7614]

Please say you sell this stuff. I would never have the time or courage to complete this. I buy my compost tea from a young lady on etsy or just use my own household items, but your recipe is so detailed and complete, would love to purchase and try from you. AND your garden is LUSHous!

[@gardenlikeaviking]

thank you my friend!... unfortunately this solution cannot be sold because it expires only hours after removing the air pump... its so easy to make this fresh all it takes is the bubbler and some compost and molasses... everything else you see here is all "optional"... give it a go my friend you'll be amazed at the results in the garden!!

[@rasserfrasser]

First year grower here, been watching everything on YT gardening like a UV drip. This is probably the most inspiring tea/extraction process I've seen, even more so than the comfrey/nettle aerated (no smell) process. One question for you sir, if you have a moment. JADAM grows exponentially strong over time which in these makeshift conditions can be a little difficult to measure. Would you say this tea has the same potential exponent or is the ratio more even keel over time? Thanks a bunch for posting this (and the plumbing details in your other video!!), way cool.

[@mandiegarrett1706]

YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES YES....Please make it a larger scale. Thanks you.

[@carlaellison2447]

Yes! Please show us your process for your 55 gallon drum!

[@Argles_Organics]

Super helpful. Now how do I scale big enough for my garden? Oh...we request to be 55 gallon video! Don't be shy, just make it 🎉

[@roverinosnarkman7240]

One addition I add to my preferment is humic acid to help neutralize any contaminants in water (esp chorine or more likely, chloramino compounds in city water). It also helps feed beneficial organisms (particularly fungi) and assists in nutrient uptake. I think I see an improvement in results over the past year, but because it is so easy and a small supply lasts a whole season, I haven’t bothered to do a control group. A tiny amount, enough to make a tea colored solution is all you need and I was told you need to add it before any of the other additives when making compost tea. The hydroponic people use it but I haven’t any experience with hydro.

[@gardenlikeaviking]

absolutely yes sometimes I also use humic acid... the recipes get more complex from here as well and I'll put out a few other videos showing specific foliar applied teas for various things

[@fireclipse8284]

similar to biotabs , add some bacterias , and a bit of food for them , aerate for 24-36hrs , apply. They say the whole mixture must be in a constant movement , bacterias cannot sit in a standing env.

[@jasonheaddy5122]

Thanks my friend can't wait to try this out!

[@tomboland9761]

Another great and very informative video. This is my first year scaling up to the 55 gallon drum and pump using JMS, JLF etc. I found the watering can was a little cumbersome last year. I'd love to see your setup for 55 gallon drum with aerated compost tea. Perhaps next year I will try that, this year I am sticking with JADAM ferments. Thanks for sharing your amazing knowledge.

[@gardenlikeaviking]

JADAM ferments are perfectly adequate my friend no worries!... yes I'll show the setup it'll give you ideas for your own setups

[@bryanarie258]

Thank you for the knowledge my Viking friend! I would love to see the larger set up. Less expensive methods are always appreciated 👍

[@johnnykay8261]

Yes Nat I like to see you make the 55 gallon tea, thanks

[@improvatron2020]

I do love to see that larger volume video

[@jeev4divine]

Wow!! New subscriber here! It's 10pm and now can hardly wait till sunrise to use your method! THANK YOU! LOVE YOUR ENERGY AND INFORMATION SHARING. 💖

[@gardenlikeaviking]

thank you for the positive energy my friend and welcome!

[@windhamflowers]

been waiting for this one and I’m super excited to make it! I’ve got about 1000 ft.² so I would love the large volume method and recipe! Thank you so much for everything you do Nate!!

[@gardenlikeaviking]

will do my friend its in the works now!

[@Sampozsik333]

Awww yeaauhh make your plants dance! Thanks Nate will be brewing up compost tea this season !

[@lilygonzales905]

Excellent video Nate! Worth the wait!

[@italianwiseguy4658]

Excellent video Nate, I would like to see your way of making the 55 gallon compost tea

[@imtiazzn]

Please do the large scale prep of aerobic compost video. Thanks & regards

[@michaellanning108]

“Okay my friends…” Yep, chills down the spine. 😂

[@clareaylward5897]

Thanks for this fantastic video Nate:) ordering pump today:)

[@gaspardgustavo5406]

Y dont you use yeast in your compost tea? It is a booster. Try it and remember to use a deeper bin coz the microbial activity is going to make it super foamy. While trying it, also remember to record it coz you ll be mindblown with the results, it is guaranteed. Garden like a Spartan. Greetings from Greece

[@TN_Underground51c]

Please make the the video on how you made the garbage can tea brewer. By watching your videos the seedling I have given away this year everybody says they are so healthy and huge out growing everything else they bought or grew themselves these methods work great.

[@ltuerk]

Many thanks Nate! High value succinct content as is your habit! Will be making the ACT. QUESTION what do u use for the heating element? Many thanks!

[@joslac5018]

I don't have access to homemade compost. Can I use just forest compost instead?

[@TN_Underground51c]

I have used it without the compost and had great results

[@susanshelit]

Can I just say: Duh? Nature is the best.

[@anonperson3972]

Your plants look incredible

[@cameronraytucker]

Yes PLEASE make the video on the larger scale setup

[@jerrybates5766]

Defiantly interested in the larger scale and beyond for fields.

[@mkandtk56]

Yes. Please make a video on a large scale.

[@markuswade2158]

I use the socket idea for my fishing minnows...😅works great. Thanks for the info!

[@wilheys.6224]

Yes, very excited to make this brew!! And please do teach how to make 55gal. formula.. Thanks so very much 👍 👍 👍

[@ferdinandsolano4690]

Nate please make a video about teaming with nutriets & teaming with microbes bcos I'm interested to possess knowledge about it. Thank you & God bless you more.

[@davidisaacson9328]

Oh wow! Nate- I never knew to dilute my aerated compost tea...except when foliar feeding. Soil drench got Full Tilt Boogie! My pepper plants love/loved me!!😊 Cheers!

[@gardenlikeaviking]

wow thats a lot of juice!!... but proof that it can't burn the plants!

[@davidisaacson9328]

@@gardenlikeaviking Of course, now I'm wondering if I've just been wasting my tea...the entire time😄 Will try dilution this season!👍

[@gardenlikeaviking]

@@davidisaacson9328 without any doubt you've been wasting the tea!!... over the years I've found 4-5x dilution actually gives better results than strait up tea

[@knightmayor6352]

Hi again Nate, How often do you recommend applying this to the garden? Thanks!

[@kezzaobee1462]

Yes please video in the 55gal drum Boom!

[@jenniferfisher1743]

Easy to follow and great content. Thank you! Have you ever put the undiluted compost tea in a hose end sprayer to cover large areas faster! I am looking to only treat my lawn with organic products.

[@gardenlikeaviking]

I have not tried that but I'm sure it would work

[@blackbirdskooliesandtinyho3744]

Sweeeeeet! I've been waiting on this video lol, as you know brother! Thank you and SKÅL!!

[@HadassahHaman]

Another GREAT video!!!!😊 Thank you! Teaming (not Teeming) got it!!!❤ I'm doing this. Today. Right now!

[@jerseygirl5486]

This is fantastic! How long does this save for?

[@brendalewis4351]

yes please for the 55 gal drum video

[@CanineResources]

Great production Nate!

[@taylorreindl8007]

Make more videos there fantastic and the best way to learn

[@robertmchels5405]

I'd like to see how you make larger quantities of the tea. looking forwrd to seeing it.

[@roverinosnarkman7240]

I make mine in a extra-big industrial rubbermaid trash can also (using rainwater). I’d like to see how you make yours.

[@melissagoodwin2602]

Yes, would like a video on a larger scale

[@nikitavanhoose405]

Here's some good advice, from experience, when storing your leaf mold. Your going to want to keep it moist by giving it a good spraying of rain water from something like a spray bottle on mist setting. You don't want to turn it into mud, but just keep it moist. If you don't, this stuff will eventually dry up on you like powder, and I don't think that would be good for the microbiology in it.

[@craigbentz1953]

Please make bigger scale video!. Thanks for the book recommendations. I bought a book already

[@dorothyfu7540]

Nate, you make IMO the fastest garden video I know. I have to rewatch it many many times to get all you are saying... (Like you are racing to catch a plane!) (Not asking to slow down) Do you keep this solution in this brewing mode indefinitely throughout the summer, or do you make new batches. I know you use the 50 gallon method. I hope you can appreciate that not everyone can duplicate your setup. I can't. I don't have a huge garden. So I am always thinking on ways to improvise.

[@gardenlikeaviking]

lol I like to keep a fast cadence!!... we brew this batch fresh each time... and this 5gal setup is ideal for a small garden because its very easy to brew and clean up and use... I'll be discussing lots more about AACT today on the livestream... thank you!

[@RustyBobbins]

How do you tell when the brew is ‘done’? Before it’s gone bad but still good? And definitely show the larger scale! Also how often can it be applied?

[@douglasnevill1273]

Please show us how you build the large quantity compost tea maker!

[@michaeladamkiewicz8942]

Please make the large scale version

[@dieodd9866]

Hi Nate very good video! I do my aereted composts teas with only brown sugar & it work but is it in any kind détrimantal ?

[@tombalogh8152]

Please do a video on the 55 gallon method