Vedic Threads | Self paced
Animal, Plant and Agricultural Ayurveda
This session explores the extended branches of Ayurveda beyond human health, focusing on animal (paśu), plant (vṛkṣa), and agricultural (kṛṣi) Ayurveda. Sanjeev Kumar Kulangara highlights cow-based farming as a regenerative, non-violent system that nurtures soil, animals, and humans through natural cycles. Emphasizing native cattle, ecological balance, and intuitive practices, the session presents agriculture as a holistic, living science. It also introduces traditional formulations like pañcagavya and natural fertilizers that enhance resilience and immunity in plants. Overall, the session underscores interconnectedness, sustainability, and conscious stewardship of nature as essential to health and harmony.
Guest Instructor
Sanjeev Kumar Kulangara
Sanjeev Kumar Kulangara is a practitioner of cow-based Ayurveda and sustainable agriculture, dedicated to serving animals and the environment. Formerly an HSE engineer in Dubai, he shifted paths in 2016 under the guidance of his Guru to become a gou sevak. His work integrates kṛṣi and paśu Ayurveda, focusing on non-violent, regenerative farming practices. Based in Tamil Nadu, he has rescued and cared for numerous animals, co-developed Ayurvedic treatments like Soukhya Dhenu, and works to preserve endangered native cattle breeds. Through his efforts, he promotes ecological balance, compassion, and holistic well-being for all living beings.
Animal, Plant and Agricultural Ayurveda
with Sanjeev Kumar Kulangara
Topics Covered:
- Gou-aadhaarith Living: Cow-centered agriculture integrates animals, soil, plants, and human health into one ecosystem.
- Wisdom Sources : Learnings drawn from elders (60–90 yrs), lived experience, and deep tapas (spiritual practice).
- Holistic Animal Care: Includes rescue and care of cows, dogs, and cats; ethical protection (e.g., rescuing from slaughterhouses).
- Sacred Native Breeds: Indigenous cows (Gir, Kapila, etc.) valued for medicinal milk and ecological harmony; importance of defining “native.”
- Medicinal Cow Products: Panchagavya and cow-derived products support brain health, immunity, skin conditions, and elderly care.
- Ayurvedic Innovations: Formulations like Soukhyadenu tailam (for skin issues) and Sarvavranahaari lepa (for wounds), developed through tapas.
- Bovine Health Management: Focus on disease care (e.g., foot & mouth), natural healing, and minimizing external interference.
- Plant & Soil Ayurveda: Cow dung, natural pest control (neem, papaya, lantana), and worms enhance soil fertility; ~3 cows sustain 30 acres.
- Ecological Intelligence of Cows: Cows self-regulate diet seasonally; over-intervention reduces their health and ecosystem balance.
- Regenerative Ecosystem Insight: Soil → plants → cows → humans are deeply interconnected; sustainable health comes from aligning with nature, not controlling it.
Learning Objectives:
- Be able to translate kṛṣi Ayurveda (farming), vṛkṣa Ayurveda plants & trees) , and mṛga or paśu Ayurveda (for animals)
- Be introduced to A1 vs A2 milk
- List the pañca gavya
- Be introduced to various Indian native breeds of cow that have medicinal milk
Session 2
Animal, Plant and Agricultural Ayurveda
with Sanjeev Kumar Kulangara
Topics Covered:
- Gou-aadhaarith Kṛṣi: Cow-based agriculture as the foundation of Ayurvedic, regenerative farming.
- 3 Essentials for Practice: Native cow, good health, and willingness (inner commitment).
- Native Cow Significance: Unique qualities like suryaketu nāḍi linked to vitality and medicinal value.
- Jeevamritham (Liquid Fertilizer): Fermented mix of cow dung, urine, soil, jaggery, and pulses; applied regularly to enrich soil.
- Ghanajeevamritham (Solid Fertilizer): Concentrated, water-free version used for long-term soil nourishment.
- Sanjeevani for Saplings: Ash + cow urine blend to build immunity and strength in young plants.
- Beejamritham for Seeds: Seed treatment to enhance germination and early growth.
- Panchagavya Use: Acts as a rasayana (rejuvenative) for both plants and humans; applied every 15 days.
- Natural Pest Management: Use of Keedaniyantrani (natural pesticides) instead of chemicals.
- Holistic Ayurvedic Farming System: Integration of Kṛṣi (agriculture), Vṛkṣa (plant), and Paśu (animal) Ayurveda, guided by guru tradition and rooted in non-violence.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand Cow-Based Agriculture: Grasp the principles and requirements of Gou-aadhaarith kṛṣi and the role of native cows.
- Learn Key Ayurvedic Farming Inputs: Gain practical knowledge of preparing and using Jeevamritham, Beejamritham, Panchagavya, and natural pesticides.
- Recognize Interconnected Ayurveda Systems: Appreciate the integration of plant, animal, and agricultural Ayurveda for sustainable, non-violent living.
About Vedic Threads
Every Indian wisdom tradition carries within it a vast web of ideas, stories, and living knowledge. Vedic Threads is an invitation to explore that web — one theme at a time, in the company of lifelong practitioners and sincere seekers from around the world. Join hosts Drs. Ramkumar and Claudia Welch and Navneet Raman, and our distinguished guest instructors, for conversations that deepen your understanding of Ayurveda, yoga, and the traditions they emerge from.
