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Compositing: Intro, History, Types, Benefits, Role of Microbes and Vermicomposting | Agriculture

In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Introduction to Compositing 2. History of Composting 3. Types of Compost and Their Benefits 4. Role of Microbes 5. Vermicomposting. Contents: Introduction to Compositing History of Composting Types of Compost and Their Benefits Role of Microbes in Composting Vermicomposting 1. Introduction to Compositing: Using organic waste in agriculture has manifold relevance to [...]

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Laboratory Experiments for Preparing Biofertilizers | Agriculture

Use of advanced technologies has resulted in a significant increase in agricultural productivity. However, indiscriminate use of chemical fertilizers adversely affects soil productivity and environmental quality. Therefore, there is a great need to find some alternative which can not only enhance crop productivity without affecting soil fertility, but also maintain environmental balance. Bio fertilizers offer an economically attractive and ecologically [...]

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Nitrogen Fixing Bacteria: Rhizobium, Azotobacter & Azospirillum | Biofertilizers | Agriculture

Nitrogen Fixing Bacteria: Rhizobium, Azotobacter & Azospirillum ! Organisms capable of fixing atmospheric nitrogen into available organic form are known as nitrogen fixers. Nitrogen is essential to all plants and is a macronutrient. There are organisms like bacteria and algae capable of fixing atmospheric nitrogen. These bacteria can exist in free-living form like Azotobacter, Beijerinkia, Clostridium, Klebsiella in soil, or [...]

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