Vermitechnology for wasteland reclamation, plant productivity and composting: A review in Indian context

M C Dash, K Gopal Saxena, Sohan Giri

Abstract


This paper present a review of the existing knowledge on the application of earthworms, both native and exotic species for waste land reclamation, increasing plant productivity with reference to tea production in Indian sites, plant growth and productivity in Indian and world sites and application of vermicompost for increased plant growth in some Indian sites.  The paper identifites Indian species of earthworms te be employed in vermitechnology.  Based on the existing knowledge, the area of future research and funding on vermitechnology have been identified.

Keywords


Earthworms, Native, Exotic, Land uses, Plant productivity, Composting, Vermitechnology

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