Novel vermicomposting reactor turns trash into nutrient-rich compost for communities.
Vermicomposting is a process that uses worms and microorganisms to turn organic waste into compost. In this study, researchers tested different mixtures of organic waste like cow dung, kitchen waste, sewage sludge, and vegetable-market waste to see how well they could be composted together. They found that the compost produced had more nutrients than regular compost. They also created a new vermicomposting reactor that can efficiently turn organic waste into high-quality compost. This new system could be useful for making compost in residential areas.