Vermi Compost
Higher yields are required in agriculture to ensure food for the growing population. As a result, excessive use of various chemical fertilizers and pesticides has increased in the hope of higher yield. Long-term use of chemicals has reduced the number of beneficial organisms for the soil, and environmental pollution has also increased greatly. A total of 6 small entrepreneurs have started production of vermicompost and trichocompost in the initial phase with the aim of reducing environmental pollution in this large cluster. Among them, 2 small entrepreneurs have started commercial production of tricho compost and 4 small entrepreneurs have started production of vermi compost. An average of about 240-250 million tons of organic manure is being produced every month, and the main component of this organic manure is cow dung (80%). As a result, the environmental pollution in the clusters is decreasing at a great rate. And the use of organic fertilizers has increased the soil fertility as well as the quality and taste of the crops. Many farmers are becoming self-sufficient.
- Vermi Compost is a natural fertilizer and the best replacement for chemical fertilizers.
- .Improves soil texture and water holding capacity of the soil.
- Vermicompost is eco-friendly as it is produced by organic waste through vermiculture.
- Water holding capacity increases due to the organic substances used in vermicompost.
- Provides major and micro-nutrients to the plants.
- Improves plant growth and nutrient-absorbing capacity.
- Decreases the use of pesticides for controlling plant pathogens.
- It is shown to be a profitable enterprise as a circular economy.
