Abstract:
Organic solid waste management by employing earthworms has multifarious role to play in
a developing country like India. Firstly it makes way for utilization of available organic
wastes to produce the rich source of organic manure of high quality, which is superior to
other types of organic manures in its physico-chemical and biological properties. Secondly,
the manure is produced in a shorter duration of time of six weeks and is a fully matured,
homogenous matter. Thirdly, the programme provides job opportunities for the unskilled
labour force. Finally, it is the best way of safe guarding the environment. Vermi-compost
(compost produced by the activity of selected species of earthworms) has been adjudged
as the best source of organic amendments to soil. Using vermicompost can fulfill the
requirements for organically grown products.
