Authors :
Preeti Namdeo; Dr. Santosh Kumar Sar; Dr. Sindhu J. Nair
Volume/Issue :
Volume 9 - 2024, Issue 3 - March
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DOI :
https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/IJISRT24MAR1116
Abstract :
Composting is a commonly used technique for
repurposing organic waste. This approach has been
suggested as a method to help reintegrate materials back
into the production cycle. Vermicomposting is an eco-
friendly technology that reduces pollution and creates
high-quality compost efficiently and cost-effectively.
Earthworms, known as 'ecosystem engineers,' can alter
and enhance soil quality, leading to increased plant
growth. Earthworms have garnered significant interest
for their potential in remediating soils contaminated with
Potentially Toxic Elements (PTEs), either on their own or
in conjunction with other soil organisms and additives.
Food waste from households is disposed of in landfills,
leading to a significant loss of resources and energy,
contributing to the greenhouse effect, and endangering
water sources. Composting is a widely used method for
managing solid organic waste and may be utilised in every
household to create high-quality compost. Households
contribute significantly to overall food waste and play a
crucial role in tackling food waste disposal challenges.
This paper focuses on producing vermicompost from
cow dung and home compost from kitchen waste,
analyzing their nutrient content (moisture, NPK), and
conducting laboratory tests. Collection of Soil and cow
dung and kitchen waste was done from local area of Kargi
Road Kota, District Bilaspur (CG) (LAT 22.290674,
LONG 82.021537) and vermi samples and Domestic
compost samples are also prepared in Kargi road Kota,
District Bilaspur (CG).The Properties of samples of
vermicompost and samples of domestic compost were
analyzed and examined after 7, 15, and 30 days.
Keywords :
N for Nitrogen, K for Potassium, P for Phosphorus.
Composting is a commonly used technique for
repurposing organic waste. This approach has been
suggested as a method to help reintegrate materials back
into the production cycle. Vermicomposting is an eco-
friendly technology that reduces pollution and creates
high-quality compost efficiently and cost-effectively.
Earthworms, known as 'ecosystem engineers,' can alter
and enhance soil quality, leading to increased plant
growth. Earthworms have garnered significant interest
for their potential in remediating soils contaminated with
Potentially Toxic Elements (PTEs), either on their own or
in conjunction with other soil organisms and additives.
Food waste from households is disposed of in landfills,
leading to a significant loss of resources and energy,
contributing to the greenhouse effect, and endangering
water sources. Composting is a widely used method for
managing solid organic waste and may be utilised in every
household to create high-quality compost. Households
contribute significantly to overall food waste and play a
crucial role in tackling food waste disposal challenges.
This paper focuses on producing vermicompost from
cow dung and home compost from kitchen waste,
analyzing their nutrient content (moisture, NPK), and
conducting laboratory tests. Collection of Soil and cow
dung and kitchen waste was done from local area of Kargi
Road Kota, District Bilaspur (CG) (LAT 22.290674,
LONG 82.021537) and vermi samples and Domestic
compost samples are also prepared in Kargi road Kota,
District Bilaspur (CG).The Properties of samples of
vermicompost and samples of domestic compost were
analyzed and examined after 7, 15, and 30 days.
Keywords :
N for Nitrogen, K for Potassium, P for Phosphorus.
