Question

Name the organism used in the preparation of vermicompost

Answer 1

The organism used in the preparation of vermicompost is Earthworms.

The process or the method in which all the organic matter known as waste material are degraded or decomposed in such a way that it should produce something useful such as soil conditioner, which will enhance the fertility of soil. Compost is rich in nutrients and the decomposting is done with the help of microorganisms such as red wigglers, white worms, and earthworms, Using these organisms and decomposting creates a heterogenous mixture of used vegetables, meat, food wastes, etc.