Earthworms: Types and their contribution to Vermicomposting

Author(s)	Dr. Amrit Kaur Bansal
Country	India
Abstract	Scientific investigations have established the viability of using earthworms as a treatment technique for numerous waste streams besides producing organic fertilizers. Vermicomposting results in the bioconversion of the animal dung/waste into two useful products, earthworm biomass and Vermicompost.Vermicomposting is not only a method of waste disposal but also a practice that supports sustainable agriculture. Unlike traditional composting, it is faster and produces a finer, nutrient-rich product enriched with humus, enzymes, and plant growth-promoting hormones. These qualities make it superior to conventional compost and far more sustainable than chemical fertilizers, which are often linked to soil degradation and environmental pollution. In this article highlights the different anecic species of earthworms indulge in vermicomposting process and their role in waste management.
Keywords	Vermicomost, kitchen waste, Eisenia foetida, Eudrulis eugeniae , Pheretima posthuma
Field	Biology > Zoology
Published In	Volume 6, Issue 3, May-June 2024
Published On	2024-05-05

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