Earthworms Transport Agents of Micro-plastic in Soil

SI, Mulani and VM, Dalavi and RR, Katkar and DD, Varale and AS, Gortyl and PJ, Khose and TB, Namde and NS, Sutar (2024) Earthworms Transport Agents of Micro-plastic in Soil. Journal of Experimental Agriculture International, 46 (9). pp. 844-848. ISSN 2457-0591

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Abstract

Earthworm activity results in vermicomposting rich in vitamins, growth hormones, proteases, amylases, lipases, cellulose, chitinase, and immobilized microflora and macro and micronutrients. After the enzymes are expelled from the worms, they still break down organic materials. The benefits of using vermicomposting in agricultural production include decreased water use for irrigation, reduced pest and termite attacks, decreased weed growth, faster seed germination and rapid seedling growth and development, more fruits per plant (in vegetable crops), and more seeds produced annually (in cereal crops). Without using agrochemicals, vermicomposting and earthworms can increase horticulture output. Vermicomposting has advantages, although its application is still relatively new. This review aims to raise awareness about this particular local soil amendment.

Item Type: Article
Subjects: West Bengal Archive > Agricultural and Food Science
Depositing User: Unnamed user with email support@westbengalarchive.com
Date Deposited: 18 Sep 2024 09:55
Last Modified: 18 Sep 2024 09:55
URI: http://article.stmacademicwriting.com/id/eprint/1447

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