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Can I use white sugar? And what are plant materials?

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You can use white sugar, but brown or crude sugar is better because it gives elements to bacteria that help them to grow. Concerning the plants, you must use Nitrogen-rich parts like stems and leaves of pea, bean, lentil, soya or peanuts.

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What difference does it make if the plant juice is stored in a light vs. dark area?

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Light, air, and heat are the enemy of nutrients. Store your juice in a cold dark area in an airtight container.

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Can I add sugar cane juice instead of water and sugar?

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You can, but it won't give you the same osmotic pressure as granular sugar.

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What are the references used for this project?

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Miller, S. A., David, M., Ikedal, E. W. E., & Kim, C. S. (2013). Natural Farming: fermented plant juice. Tropical Agriculture and Human Resouces, 2, 1-7.

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How can I make it smell better?

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Molasses (pure sugar cane) can be used to help the preservation of FPJ. The sugar keeps the bacteria alive, and it should improve the smell.

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What are plant materials?

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Plant materials are bits of the plant like leaves and stems. Basically, anything that is green. Fruits can also be used to make a tea high in PK.

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How long will fermented plant juice remain effective if I store it?

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It can be stored between 6 - 12 months in a cool dark place. Avoid heat and light to keep it as long as possible. If it starts smelling bad, it is spoiled, so chuck it down the toilet at that point.

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Should I put my fermented plant juice in an air tight container?

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Absolutely not. The bacteria needs oxygen and the gasses released need to escape.

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