Question

The decay of organic wastes which can be utilized to fertilize agricultural land is called as___.

Answer 1

Composting is the process by which organic wastes are converted to compost, which can be used as fertilizers. Compost is rich in nutrients. It is used in gardens, landscaping, horticulture, urban agriculture and organic farming. The compost itself is beneficial for the land in many ways: as a soil conditioner, addition of vital humus or humic acids, and as a natural pesticide for soil.