Vermicompost Potential of Common Earthworms (Eudrilus eugeniae) and Red Wiggler (Eisenia fetida) Worm on the Decomposition of Various Organic Wastes

Getachew, Zerihun; Adisu, Tigist; Abeble, Lejalem; Anbessa, Bekele

doi:10.9734/ijpss/2018/42986

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“…Effects of E. fetida and P. fluorescence on the Olsen Extractable P During RP-enriched Vermicomposting Olsen P is a very important chemical property as it represents the mineralized portion of organic P in the vermicompost mixture. In the vermicompost experiment conducted by Getachew, et al [53] to investigate the potential of E. fetida and Eudrilus eugeniae (Debrezeit and Keshmando) on the decomposition of various organic waste through the production of nutrient-rich vermicompost and worm biomass, the Olsen P content in the treatment with E. fetida was high compared to Olsen P produced by the two local earthworms. The release of P in these treatments can be explained by the earthworm gut phosphatase and P solubilizing microorganisms in the worm cast [54].…”

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Influence of Microbial Inoculation of Igneous Rock Phosphate-Amended Cow and Pig Manures on Vermidegradation and Nutrient Release

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Vermicomposting using Eisenia fetida has been shown to improve phosphorus mineralization from rock phosphate (RP). There is, however, a lack of information on the potential of integrating microbial inoculants like phosphate-solubilizing bacteria (PSB) during vermicomposting as a way of improving vermidegradation, and the release of nutrients from igneous RP-amended composts. This study evaluated the potential of using Eisenia fetida and Pseudomonas fluorescence in enhancing the vermidegradation, and nutrient release in igneous RP- amended cow and pig manure-based vermicomposts at a C/N ratio of 30. Compost maturity, nutrient and phytotoxicity parameters were measured to determine vermicompost quality. Final vermicompost results showed that the pig manure treatments achieved greater maturity as indicated by lower C/N of 10.3, high humification index (HI) of 7.6%, and humification ratio (HR) of 12.89% in the treatment with E. fetida and P. fluorescence. The inclusion of E. fetida alone in cow manure treatment resulted in the highest Olsen P of 2600 mg/kg, followed by the pig manure treatment with E. fetida only (2246.15 mg/kg). In conclusion, both E. fetida and P. fluorescence are necessary in the vermicomposting of RP-enriched pig and cow manure for efficient vermi-degradation and nutrient release.

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Influence of Microbial Inoculation of Igneous Rock Phosphate-Amended Cow and Pig Manures on Vermidegradation and Nutrient Release

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“…Eisenia fetida specie of earth are mostly used in vermicompost due to their ability to consume large quantities of organic matter and excrete it as nutrients, which are beneficial for bacteria and mycorrhizea. When an organic material passes through the gut of earth worm, it increases the surface area of the material so that micro-organisms can break it down further [14]. Various studies on the production of vermicompost using biodegradable waste indicated its efficiency and cost effectiveness in reducing the application of chemical fertilizer up to 100% for various vegetable and crops [15].…”

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Utilization of Organic Wastes in the Production of Biofertilizer (by Vermicompost using Eisenia fetida Earthworm) with Analysis of their Micro and Macro Mineral Nutrient and their Effects on Growth Rate of Fruited Pumpkin (Telfairia occidentalis) and Spinach (Spinacia oleracea)

Ezeorji¹,

Chinweuba²,

Onuorah³

et al. 2020

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The increasing world population has tremendous pressure on land use and other natural resources causing damages to the ecological domain [1]. The increased crop production over the years has also accelerated the removal of plant nutrient four times during the last four decades thereby reducing soil nutrient and stability. Chemical fertilizer has contributed positively to the increase in world food productions [2]. It is worthy to note that continuous use of chemical fertilizer does not develop good plant character such as good root system, shoot system, nutritional characters and also will not get enough time to grow and mature properly [3]. Chemically produced plant will accumulate in human body, toxic chemicals which are very dangerous. To minimize the ac

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“…Water hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes) is a free floating aquatic weed that grows in fresh water, but may be rooted in the mud, from where it draws all its nutrients directly. It has been recognized as the most damaging aquatic weed in Ethiopia since its first presence in 1965 [41]. Compost making from Water hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes), would be a better alternative to improve soil fertility.…”

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The Importance, Unexploited Opportunities and Challenges of Vermicomposting Technology in Ethiopia

Dadi¹,

Gebirehiwot²

2021

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Agriculture is the mainstay of the Ethiopian and a key sector of its economy. However, Lack of productive and environmentally friendly technology is not widely applicable elsewhere. Likewise, the vermicomposting technology is a recently emerging science which not effectively transferred to the users across the country. Thus, this review is aimed to shine the importance, unexploited opportunities and the challenges hindered for further expansions in Ethiopian context. Vermicompost is among the powerful organic fertilizers which enhance soil Fertility and productivity. As agrarian society; there are plenty of raw byproducts and weed species which are not center of focus (i.e cattle waste, crop residues and invasive weeds like P.Juliflora, P.hysterophorus and E.crassipes respectively). However, there are many constraints there like policy issue, handling problems and sensitivity of the worms for different environmental factors which hindered to invest on a wide range. Generally, the number and weight of vermiculture as well as amount of produced casts are promised and every possible ways were recommended to entertain on the large scale.

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Vermicompost Potential of Common Earthworms (Eudrilus eugeniae) and Red Wiggler (Eisenia fetida) Worm on the Decomposition of Various Organic Wastes

Cited by 13 publications

References 12 publications

Influence of Microbial Inoculation of Igneous Rock Phosphate-Amended Cow and Pig Manures on Vermidegradation and Nutrient Release

Influence of Microbial Inoculation of Igneous Rock Phosphate-Amended Cow and Pig Manures on Vermidegradation and Nutrient Release

Utilization of Organic Wastes in the Production of Biofertilizer (by Vermicompost using Eisenia fetida Earthworm) with Analysis of their Micro and Macro Mineral Nutrient and their Effects on Growth Rate of Fruited Pumpkin (Telfairia occidentalis) and Spinach (Spinacia oleracea)

The Importance, Unexploited Opportunities and Challenges of Vermicomposting Technology in Ethiopia

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