Vermicompost

VERMICOMPOST

The process of cultivating earthworms in order to convert organic waste into fertilizer is called Vermicomposting. This process is done using various species of worms, usually we use red wriggler (Eisenia fetida ) to create a mixture of decomposing vegetable or food waste into vermicompost. The worms feed on the organic waste and produce nutrient-rich manure in the form of excreta. The converted end product or manure is called Vermicompost. This compost will be rich in Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Potassium compared to other composts. Vermicompost contains water-soluble nutrients and is an excellent, nutrient-rich organic fertilizer and soil conditioner. It is used in farming and small-scale organic farming.

Benefits

• Provides nutrients to the soil

• Increases the soil’s ability to hold nutrients in a plant-available form

• Improves the soil structure

• Aeration and internal drainage of thick clay soils are improved

• Increases the water holding ability of sandy soils

• Supplies a diverse range of helpful bacteria.

Uses

• Agriculture (organic farming),

• Greenhouse/ Farmhouse,

• Fruit orchards/ Lawns,

• Garden plants, Pots and plants, Vegetable kitchen,

• Gardening, Hanging pots,

• Nursery plant propagation/Grafting/Plant production,

• Terrace garden & Horticulture.