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VOL. 9, ISSUE 8 (2024)
Enhancing growth in black gram and Eudrilus eugeniae: The impact of vermicompost derived from Gliricidia sepium and sugarcane bagasse
Authors
R Prinitha, S Senthilmurugan
Abstract
This study examines the impact of vermicompost
formulated with varying proportions of cow dung, Gliricidia sepium, and
sugarcane bagasse on the growth dynamics of black gram (Vigna
mungo) and the earthworm Eudrilus eugeniae. five distinct substrate
treatments combining cow dung with green manure and sugarcane bagasse were
assessed to determine their effects on the biomass, length, and reproductive
performance of E. eugeniae. Measurements were taken biweekly over a
50-days period, with growth rates calculated using Mazantseva’s formula.
Analysis of variance (ANOVA) was employed to compare the effects of different
vermicompost doses under varying irrigation conditions. Significant growth and
reproductive enhancement were observed in the VCT4
vermibed substrate, which demonstrated the highest growth
metrics for E. eugeniae, reaching a maximum weight of 91.88
± 2.44 milligrams. Additionally, this group exhibited the fastest development
of the clitellum, maturing in just about 2 days. The seed
germination percentage was 78,81,84,99, and 89
respectively in final substrate, VCT1 VCT2, VCT3,
VCT4 and VCT5 whereas, it was 70,77,71,94, and 84 for the
initial substrates. The results evidently showed that the vermicomposts
were less phytotoxic, especially vermicompost of VCT4 treatment, thereby enhancing plant health and productivity while offering a
sustainable alternative to conventional agricultural inputs. This approach
promises considerable environmental benefits, supporting a more sustainable and
ecologically sound agricultural practice.
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Pages:246-253
How to cite this article:
R Prinitha, S Senthilmurugan "Enhancing growth in black gram and <i>Eudrilus eugeniae</i>: The impact of vermicompost derived from <i>Gliricidia sepium</i> and sugarcane bagasse". International Journal of Entomology Research, Vol 9, Issue 8, 2024, Pages 246-253
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