Obsidian Range Bokashi Bran® Super Charged Starter Kit

The Obsidian Range – 25L Super Charged Starter Kit

The Obsidian Range is our 25-litre Bokashi composting system — designed for households, entertainers and busy kitchens that generate more food waste.

Sleek. Bold. Powerful.
This black bucket, as pretty as our white ones, makes a statement while quietly transforming your food waste into nutrient-rich soil builder.

Unlike traditional composting, Bokashi is an anaerobic fermentation process — meaning:

✔ No smells
✔ No flies
✔ No pests
✔ No greenhouse gas-producing rot

You can compost:

• Fruit & vegetables
• Cooked food
• Meat & bones
• Dairy
• Bread & grains
• Coffee grounds & tea bags

The 25L capacity means fewer bucket swaps and more convenience — perfect for larger households or those serious about diverting organics from landfill ahead of South Africa’s 2027 zero-organics mandate.

📦 What’s Included

• 2 x 25L Obsidian Bokashi Buckets (with airtight lids)
• Built-in tap for draining Bokashi liquid
• Straining tray to separate liquid from solids
• 2 x 1kg Authentic Bokashi Bran®
• 1 Counter container for collecting food scraps
• Bokashi  Bran® scoop
• Full step-by-step instruction guide

Why two buckets?
One ferments while the other fills — ensuring continuous composting.

🌍 Why Choose the Obsidian Range?

• Larger 25L capacity
  • Premium black finish with modern design
  • Same proven Bokashi Bran® system
  • Ideal for bigger households
  • Reduces landfill waste
  • Cuts methane emissions
  • Produces nutrient-rich soil conditioner

This is composting — upgraded.

1. 🥄 How Bokashi Works

Bokashi is not composting in the traditional sense. It’s fermentation.

You layer food waste with Bokashi Bran®, which contains beneficial microbes.
These microbes ferment your waste in an airtight environment, preventing rot and odour.

After 10–14 days of fermentation, the contents can be:
• Buried in soil
• Added to a compost heap
• Placed in a soil factory
• Used in large planters

Within weeks, it transforms into nutrient-rich organic matter.

1. 📝 How To Use Your Obsidian Bokashi Bucket

Step 1: Add Food Waste

Chop large items into smaller pieces for faster fermentation.

Step 2: Sprinkle Bokashi Bran

Add one scoop per layer of food waste.

Step 3: Press Down

Remove air pockets and close the lid tightly.

Step 4: Ferment

When full, seal the bucket and leave for 2 weeks out of direct sunlight to complete the fermentation process.

Step 5: Drain Liquid

Drain after the 2-week fermentation period using the tap.
Dilute 1:300 with water and use as plant feed.

Step 6: Return to Soil

Bury or add to compost to complete the cycle.

❓ FAQs

Does it smell?
No. When used correctly, it smells slightly sweet and fermented — never rotten.

Can I compost meat and dairy?
Yes. Bokashi handles all food waste.

What is the liquid?
Bokashi tea — a powerful probiotic plant feed and drain cleaner.

How long does 1kg of bran last?
Approximately 3–4 weeks depending on usage and household size.

Is this suitable for apartments?
Yes. It’s perfect for urban living by burying the food waste inside a bucket of potting mix.