Role of Vermicompost in Organic Vegetable Production Under Resource-Constrained Famers in Zimbabwe

Parwada, Cosmas; Chipomho, Justin

doi:10.1007/978-981-19-8080-0_13

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“…Chemical fertilizers provide targeted nutrients with immediate availability, promoting rapid plant growth, but they lack the comprehensive nutrient spectrum and soil health benefits found in vermicompost. Vermicompost, as a biofertilizer, offers diverse nutrients, including micronutrients and organic matter, fostering sustained plant nourishment and contributing to improved soil structure and microbial activity [4,17].…”

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“…The use of earthworms for agricultural purposes can be found in various ancient civilizations. Historical records from ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome indicate that these cultures utilized earthworms to improve soil fertility and crop yields [12,17]. The Egyptians observed that fertile soils had a higher abundance of earthworms and recognized their importance in soil health.…”

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Vermicomposting: a holistic approach for sustainable crop production, nutrient-rich bio fertilizer, and environmental restoration

Mohite,

Chavan,

Jadhav

et al. 2024

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Vermicompost is a nutrient-rich biological fertilizer with a variety of microorganisms that are thought to be significant in increasing the growth and yield of various field crops, vegetables, flowering plants, and fruit trees. Vermicomposting has attracted a lot of attention as an extensive approach for restoring the environment, producing nutrient-rich bio-fertilizers, and growing crops in a sustainable manner. It isploying earthworms to break down complex organic waste into simpler materials that could be taken up by plants. Vermicomposting yields a valuable byproduct called vermi-wash, which enhances crop resistance against diseases, stimulates seed germination, and improves overall plant vigor. This research paper sheds light on the significance of vermicomposting as a sustainable waste management solution and an eco-friendly means to enhance agricultural productivity. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the composition and quality of vermicompost, the materials used in the process, the vermicomposting procedure, and the subsequent effects on crop performance. Through the adoption of vermicomposting practices, agricultural systems can become more environmentally friendly, economically viable, and resilient for a sustainable future.

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Section: Nutrient Composition Of Vermicompostmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Introductionmentioning

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Vermicomposting: a holistic approach for sustainable crop production, nutrient-rich bio fertilizer, and environmental restoration

Mohite,

Chavan,

Jadhav

et al. 2024

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The effect of vermicompost on the growth and productivity of pepper in Yakutia

Stepanova,

Grigorev,

Grigoreva

et al. 2024

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The purpose of this paper is to presents the main results on the study of the effect of different doses of vermicompost on the growth and yield of pepper in the conditions of Yakutia. Experiments on testing fertilizers were carried out on peppers of the “Nezhnost” variety. In variant, there were 10 plants. Experimental scheme: 1 variant - was only with soil; variant 2 in addition to this vermicompost - 100 g; variant 3 vermicompost - 300 g; variant 4 vermicompost - 500 g; variant 5 - the biological product “Baikal EM 1” - 100 ml per well with 100 g semi-rotted manure. The optimal rate of application of vermicompost was determined at which plant growth increased by 20.89%, the total leaf area - by 36.55%. All this together affected the yield of pepper. The second best result was obtained when using the biological product “Baikal EM 1”. At the same time, plant growth indicators improved by 12.18%, the total area of the leaf increased by 24.72%. The data obtained complement the scientific base in the field of northern crop production in terms of the use of vermicomposts from local raw materials.

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Role of Vermicompost in Organic Vegetable Production Under Resource-Constrained Famers in Zimbabwe

Cited by 2 publications

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Vermicomposting: a holistic approach for sustainable crop production, nutrient-rich bio fertilizer, and environmental restoration

Vermicomposting: a holistic approach for sustainable crop production, nutrient-rich bio fertilizer, and environmental restoration

The effect of vermicompost on the growth and productivity of pepper in Yakutia

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