Revitalizing the Health of Our Soils

The degradation of soil quality is a growing concern due to overuse of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, and unsustainable farming practices. These harmful substances strip away essential nutrients, leaving soils infertile and unable to sustain healthy crops. The loss of organic matter and microbial life further exacerbates the problem, leading to reduced soil fertility and diminished crop yields. This environmental imbalance impacts food security, ecosystem health, and climate stability. Sustainable practices like regenerative farming, and using natural soil amendments are crucial in restoring soil health, enhancing biodiversity, and ensuring long-term agricultural productivity for future generations.

We focus on all three critical aspects of soil: physical, biological, and chemical. Our expertise spans thermal compost piles, aerated static piles, vermicompost systems, Johnson-Su bioreactors, and large-scale windrows. By utilizing locally available materials such as spent coffee grounds from Starbucks, brewery grains, mushroom substrate blocks, grocery veggie scraps, lawn clippings, fall leaves, and processed manure from dairy or horse farms, we create sustainable, high-quality compost tailored for soil health improvement.

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  • Testimonials

    I have been working with Rajani even before she started Pranic soil.  Their backyard inspired me to start my own and greatful to have this wonderful garden to wakeup to - Lakshmi K. New Jersey

  • Salma, East Brunswick, New Jersey

    I met Rajni at the i4 farmers event about 5 years ago.
    I am always passionate to learn about plants and gardening and that is how I was drawn towards Rajni, she said I can reach out if I have any questions,, and that's how I stayed in touch with her since.

    She is a gentle soul,down to earth, and always willing to share her wealth of knowledge and her plant babies and helped me expand my garden as well.
    She has always welcomed my family with open arms and we genuinely enjoy the garden space she has created with her loving husband and children.
    Her garden is always evolving and a Joy to experience!

    I am grateful for her friendship and mentoring and wish her the best on her new venture, Pranic Soil.

  • Hema Kanthamneni, New Jersey

    I’ve never met anyone who loves soil as deeply as Rajani does—it’s more than a passion; it’s a part of who she is. Her knowledge of plants and organic gardening is incredible, but what truly sets her apart is the care and soul she brings to everything she grows. Whether she’s nurturing a seedling or improving the health of the soil itself, she does it with intention, love, and deep respect for nature. Her work isn’t just about gardening—it’s about healing the earth, one handful of soil at a time. Watching her do what she loves is endlessly inspiring.

    I learnt a lot from her and continuing gardening with the same passion in my backyard. She is a blessing for me for sure.

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Discover our commitment to addressing soil health through innovative practices. Our portfolio showcases the impacts of soil depletion and highlights our initiatives aimed at restoring vitality to our ecosystems. Each project represents a step toward sustainable soil management, ensuring that future generations inherit rich, fertile land. Join us in exploring how we can combat soil degradation and promote a healthier environment for all.

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Thermophilic composting requires a precise carbon-to-nitrogen ratio, with high-nitrogen feedstock added after turning to maintain temperature. Through experimentation, we've utilized diverse materials: brewery spent grains, Starbucks coffee grounds, used mushroom blocks, landscapers' grass clippings, grocery store vegetable scraps, neighborhood fall leaves, and various animal manures. Our learning journey has been rewarding, knowing we've diverted tons of potential landfill waste back to nature, which in turn nurtures us. It's a fulfilling cycle of resource recovery and regeneration.

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Managing a 2.5-acre inherited organic guava orchard in India led to innovations in pruning techniques. By implementing a modified central leader system with strategic seasonal pruning, we achieved 40% higher fruit yields while maintaining optimal tree height for easy harvesting. The pruning approach focuses on creating an open canopy structure that maximizes sunlight penetration and air circulation, resulting in improved fruit quality and reduced disease pressure. This experience demonstrates the successful blend of traditional knowledge with modern horticultural practices.

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During winter, kids would sled from our house down to the road, and neighborhood children soon joined in. Being new to the country in 2000, this worried us. However, this challenge became an opportunity to redesign our space into a paradise. Now, except in winter, our backyard is the heart of all gatherings, flourishing with vegetables, flowers, fruits, and herbs. Friends and family head straight there whenever they visit. We're deeply grateful for the physical and mental well-being this sacred space provides us.

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Sri Krishna Temple in central New Jersey serves as a vital cultural and social hub for the South Asian community. Through the Sri Krishna Temple Garden Project, we demonstrate a commitment to service and sustainability by composting all organic materials from the temple, including flowers, fruits, garlands, and kitchen scraps. This nutrient-rich compost supports a thriving community garden, which provides fresh produce for the temple kitchen to prepare meals for the devotees.

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During September-October 2023, I consulted for a chili farm in Rwanda, working with the Teja variety. We produced most organic inputs on-site, and I brought my microscopy equipment to Kigali to ensure inoculum quality. We ended up getting a good yield with nice color and good price. Another rewarding aspect was establishing a small vegetable garden for local residents next to the chili farm. Known as the "country of thousand hills," Rwanda's beautiful landscape left a lasting impression.

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