Ehrenfried Pfeiffer (1899 to 1961) was a German scientist and soil scientist who became a leading advocate of biodynamic agriculture. A student of Rudolf Steiner and an anthroposophist, he helped translate Steiner's ideas on farming into practical soil and composting methods used by biodynamic growers.
Facts
Defining ContributionPioneered biodynamic composting research and invented BD Compost Starter, a compost inoculant, helping translate Rudolf Steiner's ideas on farming into practical soil and composting methods used by biodynamic growers. 1 In the Other Atlases
- Also in Geography Atlas: Germany, nationality there.
Sources
1. Ehrenfried Pfeiffer (Wikipedia)
Wikimedia FoundationLead paragraph
Ehrenfried Erwin Pfeiffer (19 February 1899 - 30 November 1961) was a German scientist, soil scientist, leading advocate of biodynamic agriculture, anthroposophist and student of Rudolf Steiner.
Later career section
He is most widely known for his innovative work in composting. He conducted extensive research on the preparation and use of biodynamic compost and was the inventor of BD Compost Starter, a compost inoculant.
View the Source Reader Challenges (0)
No disputes yet. Spotted an error or a better source? Open the first one.
Sign in to dispute this or suggest a correction.