Reducing the Chemical Fertilizer in Agriculture by Composting and Improving the Self-Reliance Perspective for Long-Term Impact
摘要
Waste management is one of the major issues worldwide in the current scenario, and composting has emerged as a solution due to its broad advantages. It transforms organic waste into a source of nutrients for the soil and plants. It enhances soil health by promoting soil biodiversity. Composting is economically feasible for farmers; it requires minimal investment while offering significant environmental benefits by contributing to climate change mitigation and supporting water retention. It segregates carbon in the soil, reducing the atmospheric CO2 level, and helps in retaining water. A climate-resilient agricultural system is supported by composting, which is both environmentally friendly and sustainable. The use of organic waste, which is a readily available material, can help maintain soil fertility and reduce dependence on other external sources. Composting’s long-term impacts can be beneficial because it reduces the reliance on synthetic fertilizers and is environmentally friendly and healthy. It will help in water conservation, waste reduction, and enhance agricultural resilience to climate change impacts. Technological advancement, education, and training may help in scaling up composting practices. Promoting composting practices can be achieved by a combination of policies and incentives. Providing training to farmers through agricultural extension services about composting techniques to give them the necessary knowledge and skills. Financial incentives like subsidies and grants can be provided to farmers as financial support to help them in setting up composting facilities to lower their initial investment requirement. This chapter explores composting as a feasible solution to minimize the negative impacts of synthetic fertilizers while encouraging self-reliance in nutrient management through the use of locally accessible resources.