Comparing vermicomposts and composts
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Vermicomposts have a reputation for being superior to other kinds of compost. Researchers at the Soil Ecology Laboratory at the Ohio State University studied the effects of worm castings on the growth and germination of petunias, marigolds, poinsettia and other flowering plants. The researchers discovered that compared to other composts, vermicomposts had very low concentrations of ammonium-nitrogen and high concentrations of nitrate-nitrogen. The microbial activity of both kinds of composting are different. Vermicomposting is processed through mesophilic bacteria and fungi while composting is characterized by thermophilic bacteria.
Publication Name: BioCycle
Subject: Environmental services industry
ISSN: 0276-5055
Year: 1998
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A vermicomposting inspiration
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Betty Price, an active senior living in a condominium was inspired 12 years ago from 2006 at an Environment Day display to try vermi composting. She created awareness among Toronto people to get them involved in vermicomposting with the main aim to overcome the garbage crisis.
Publication Name: BioCycle
Subject: Environmental services industry
ISSN: 0276-5055
Year: 2006
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