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Managemental Interventions

VERMICOMPOST (Farm waste Utilisation)
  • Vermicompost is richer in many nutrients than compost produced by other composting methods.
  • Vermicomposing is the process of degradation of organic wastes by earthworms especially to upgrade the value of organic waste which can be reused.
  • Farm waste are utilized for preparation of vermicompost in all the institutional farms of the University.

Benefits

  • Produces natural organic fertilizer
  • Simple activity that can be done by anyone
  • Minimal cost and requires very little space
  • Good for the environment
  • Fun, safe, and educational experience
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Source : TANUVAS, Chennai.

Updated on Dec 2014

 

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