Big Plantation Vermicompost Fertilizer, Classification : A

Vermicompost is produced by the process of turning organic debris into worm castings. The worm castings are very important to the fertility of the soil. The castings contain high amounts of nitrogen, potassium, phosphorus, calcium, and magnesium. Castings contain: 5 times the available nitrogen, 7 times the available potash, and 1 ½ times more calcium than found in good topsoil. Several researchers have demonstrated that earthworm castings have excellent aeration, porosity, structure, drainage, and moisture-holding capacity. The content of the earthworm castings, along with the natural tillage by the worms burrowing action, enhances the permeability of water in the soil. worm castings can hold close to nine times their weight in water. “vermiconversion,” or using earthworms to convert waste into soil additives, has been done on a relatively small scale for some time. A recommended rate of vermicompost application is 15-20 percent. • vermicompost is rich in all essential plant nutrients. • provides excellent effect on overall plant growth, encourages the growth of new • shoots leaves and improves the quality and shelf life of the produce. • vermicompost is free flowing, easy to apply, handle and store and does not have bad • odour. • it improves soil structure, texture, aeration, and waterholding capacity and prevents • soil erosion. • vermicompost is rich in beneficial micro.