Masanobu Fukuoka Seed Ball making Calculator

Natural farming tool for seed ball preparation, forest restoration, degraded land revival, and large-scale seed broadcasting.

🌿 Natural Farming 🌳 Forest Restoration 🌧 Rain-Based Germination 🟤 7 : 2 : 1 Recipe

🌱 Select Seed Ball Size Small Ball - 1 cm - Approx. 20 g Medium Ball - 2 cm - Approx. 35 g Large Ball - 3 cm - Approx. 60 g Extra Large Ball - 4 cm - Approx. 100 g

🔢 Number of Seed Balls Required

Classic Ratio: 7 Parts Clay : 2 Parts Compost : 1 Part Seeds

📊 Required Materials

Material	Required Quantity	Purpose
🟤 Clay		Protective outer coating
🌿 Compost		Nutrition and microbial support
🌾 Seeds		Main germination material
💧 Approximate Water		For binding and rolling
⚖️ Total Dry Mixture		Clay + Compost + Seeds

💧 Water Guideline

Water is calculated at approximately 25% of the dry mixture. Add slowly while mixing. Very dry clay may require up to 30%, while moist compost may require around 20%.

🌧 Best Broadcasting Time

Broadcast seed balls just before the rainy season. Rain softens the clay coating and helps gradual germination naturally.

🌱 Preparation Method

1. Sieve clay and compost properly.

2. Mix 7 parts clay with 2 parts compost.

3. Add 1 part seeds gently.

4. Sprinkle water slowly.

5. Roll into selected ball size.

6. Shade dry for 24 to 48 hours.

🌳 Inspired by Masanobu Fukuoka Natural Farming Philosophy