What is Panchagavya ?
Introduction Ancient wisdom is a treasure house of knowledge systems to safeguard the health and well- being of humankind, animals and plants. Vrikshayurveda is one such knowledge system, advocating agriculture with the use of natural inputs. It promotes a system which synchronizes all agricultural operations with natural forces emanating out of the Panchabhootas, viz. Earth, Water, Air, Fire and Space. When human beings, animals and plants were in perfect harmony, everything was wholesome and no remedial, correctional and improvement measures were required, as there is no ailment. Consequent to the domination and exploitation of flora and fauna by humans, and deviation from a natural life-style, problems cropped up due to forced imbalances in natural elements, and well-being. Agriculture was no exception. Thus, “Health Care” for soil, plant, micro- and macro-organisms as well as humans has deteriorated over time; chemical agriculture has worsened the scenario and health hazards have i