The cultivation of earthworms, especially in order to use them to convert organic waste into fertilizer.
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- ‘To visit such a large scale vermiculture operation gives the students exposure to positive actions that can benefit farming practices and our soils,’ he said.
- The entire organic waste generated within the park will be composted through vermiculture and reused as manure.
- Sewage and water treatment plants, biogas units and vermiculture pits ensure that even waste is used to enrich the environment rather than destroy it.
- This site provides lots of free how-to advice on vermiculture and links to many other gardening resources.
- Although vermiculture and vermicomposting offer potential new markets for farmers, they take time to develop and require a strong commitment, experts say.
- Sericulture and vermiculture aspects were part of the display.