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VOL. 6, ISSUE 3 (2024)
Vermicompost production by earthworms and its role in sustainable agriculture
Authors
Haider A Al-Maamori
Abstract
The aim of this study is to identify the role of vermicompost in soil
properties, growth parameters, and crop yields as a sustainable ecosystem.
Organic agriculture is an integrated system for managing agricultural
production that enhances the sustainability of global food production and
promotes soil health, ecosystem balance, and biodiversity. Worldwide, the use
of organic fertilizers has become an alternative agricultural practice to
maintain eco-friendly agricultural production with less environmental pollution.
Vermicomposting is the process of converting biodegradable materials into
nutrient-rich vermicompost using earthworms and is an essential practice for
sustainable agriculture. Rich in hormones, enzymes, and growth-promoting
microorganisms, vermicompost significantly enhances plant growth and disease
resistance. The amount of organic waste produced annually worldwide is huge and
is expected to increase from 1.3 billion tons to 2.2 billion tons by 2025. For
this reason, vermicomposting has attracted attention as an environmentally
friendly method of producing organic fertilizer. Vermicomposting influences
microbial communities and nutrient availability while mitigating the effects of
heavy metals, highlighting the need for a delicate nutrient balance. Vermicomposting
has a positive effect on soil structure, reducing bulk density and increasing
water retention, enhancing environmental sustainability.
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Pages:39-45
How to cite this article:
Haider A Al-Maamori "Vermicompost production by earthworms and its role in sustainable agriculture". International Journal of Agriculture and Plant Science, Vol 6, Issue 3, 2024, Pages 39-45
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