Organic waste management is an essential component of sustainable agricultural practices and environmental conservation. Effective management of organic waste not only reduces landfill dependency but also contributes to enhancing soil health. Several strategies can be employed to convert organic waste into valuable resources that improve soil fertility and structure. Composting is one of the most widely used methods involving the aerobic decomposition of organic materials. This process produces humus-rich compost that enhances soil structure, boosts nutrient content, and improves moisture retention. For optimal composting, a balanced ratio of nitrogen-rich “greens” and carbon-rich “browns” is necessary, with proper aeration. Another beneficial approach is vermicomposting; the resulting compost is nutrient-dense and enhances soil quality, making it ideal for smaller-scale operations, such as home gardens. Mulching is also effective in promoting soil health. Organic mulches, such as straw, leaves, or grass clippings, help retain moisture, suppress weeds, and decompose to enrich the soil while also protecting it from erosion and temperature extremes. Additionally, biochar, produced through the pyrolysis of organic material, is increasingly recognized for its ability to improve soil fertility, enhance water retention, and sequester carbon. For large-scale waste management, anaerobic digestion offers an alternative solution, breaking down organic waste without oxygen to produce biogas, a renewable energy source, and digestate, which serves as a fertilizer. Integrating these strategies into waste management practices can help reduce environmental impact, enrich soils, and foster sustainable agriculture. Through efficient use of organic waste, we can enhance soil health, boost agricultural productivity, and contribute to a more sustainable future. A pictorial representation of the abstract is given.

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Unlocking the Potential of Composting: Strategies for Organic Waste Management and Soil Health Enhancement

  • Rani Jha,
  • Avinash Sharma,
  • Akash Chetry,
  • Saurav Narayan,
  • Himanshu Pandey,
  • Khonang Longkho,
  • Sunita Sharma,
  • Nguyen Tran Hai Bang,
  • D. D. M. I. L. W. Wijerathna

摘要

Organic waste management is an essential component of sustainable agricultural practices and environmental conservation. Effective management of organic waste not only reduces landfill dependency but also contributes to enhancing soil health. Several strategies can be employed to convert organic waste into valuable resources that improve soil fertility and structure. Composting is one of the most widely used methods involving the aerobic decomposition of organic materials. This process produces humus-rich compost that enhances soil structure, boosts nutrient content, and improves moisture retention. For optimal composting, a balanced ratio of nitrogen-rich “greens” and carbon-rich “browns” is necessary, with proper aeration. Another beneficial approach is vermicomposting; the resulting compost is nutrient-dense and enhances soil quality, making it ideal for smaller-scale operations, such as home gardens. Mulching is also effective in promoting soil health. Organic mulches, such as straw, leaves, or grass clippings, help retain moisture, suppress weeds, and decompose to enrich the soil while also protecting it from erosion and temperature extremes. Additionally, biochar, produced through the pyrolysis of organic material, is increasingly recognized for its ability to improve soil fertility, enhance water retention, and sequester carbon. For large-scale waste management, anaerobic digestion offers an alternative solution, breaking down organic waste without oxygen to produce biogas, a renewable energy source, and digestate, which serves as a fertilizer. Integrating these strategies into waste management practices can help reduce environmental impact, enrich soils, and foster sustainable agriculture. Through efficient use of organic waste, we can enhance soil health, boost agricultural productivity, and contribute to a more sustainable future. A pictorial representation of the abstract is given.