Purpose: The transformation of Organic Waste through composting has become a source of organic matter that, through microbial action, generates molecules conducive to phosphate solubilization and produces fractions of Po and Pi readily available for plants. For this reason, this review focused on analyzing various research studies where Organic Waste is utilized to release available […]
Purpose: Although the popularity of liquid organic fertilizers (LOFs) has considerably increased recently, there have been concerns over their usage due to low nitrogen content. This study aims to discuss the current developments in nitrogen-enriched LOFs that address the above limitation, subsequently promoting sustainable agricultural practices. Method: A thorough review of existing literature on nitrogen-enriched […]
Purpose:To evaluate cauliflower (Brassica oleracea var botrytis) field performance in response to season, organic waste types, and rates; a cultivar (ATRIA 153F1) was grown for two years (2019 and 2020) under two different seasons (Rainy and Dry). This is to ascertain the effective season, type, and rate of organic waste for the promotion of sustainable […]
Purpose: Improper sugarcane trash management, like burning or haphazard disposal, causes environmental pollution. Composting offers a sustainable solution in tropical environments, but challenges arise from its high C/N ratio and lignocellulose content, leading to longer processing times and nutrient deficiencies. This study evaluates co-composting sugarcane trash with indigenous materials to enhance efficiency and nutrient content, […]
Purpose: Rice is the most important staple crop around the globe which has been prone to low productivity due to various abiotic factors. To address this challenge, we researched to describe the effect of biofertilizers on the morpho-physiology of rice seedlings in-vitro and in-vivo conditions under salt stress. Method: The effects of biofertilizers on the […]
Purpose: Achievements in biotechnology have paved the way for the efficient utilization of agricultural and industrial waste, presenting potential opportunities for sustainability and resource optimization. One such waste that has been studied is coffee silverskin (CS), the only waste generated during the coffee roasting process. This paper aims to analyze the potential of CS for […]
Purpose: Biochar modified with metal oxides has proved high capacities in removing heavy metals in wastewater. There is a limited number of studies exploring the potential of Fe-Mn binary oxides-biochar adsorbents for several heavy metals removal from contaminated water; however, the adsorption behavior and mechanism for Pb2+ ions adsorbed on Fe-Mn binary oxide/ Eichhornia crassipes […]
Purpose: This study seeks to assess the cultivation and production of strawberries (cv. San Andreas) under substrate conditions, utilizing treated wastewater as an alternative water source and supplemented with mineral fertilizers. Method: Conducted in greenhouse conditions, the experiments comprised three treatment groups: (PWF) potable water + mineral fertilizers, (TWF) treated wastewater + mineral fertilizers, and […]
Purpose: Foeniculum vulgare (fennel) is one of the most important medicinal and aromatic plants well known for its essential oil and fruit value. The research on adding vermicompost and sheep manure to the soil is an important area of applied agricultural research in sustainable development. The objective of our study was to compare the fixed and […]
Purpose: The purpose of this article is to determine the composting method of rice straw waste that is adaptive to global warming mitigation efforts. Two composting methods are commonly known as innovations in rice straw waste management, namely aerobic and anaerobic, but no one has studied methods that are in line with global warming mitigation. Method: The writing of the […]
Purpose: The present study to investigate the earthworm Eisenia fetida was a chief organism for accumulation of heavy metals (Pb, Cr, and Cd) in their body tissue from sewage sludge with different combinations of animal dung and converted into rich organic vermicompost which plays a beneficial role for environment, animals and human health. Method: Animal […]
Purpose: Some literature on feeding kitchen food waste (KFW) to domestic animals is available. However, the quantification of such consumption by those animals is limited. This study attempts to investigate how various domestic animals contribute to disposing of the KFW by feeding in rural and semi-urban areas of the eastern province of Sri Lanka. Method: […]
