July 2017

Growth and reproductive performance of Eisenia fetida in three varieties of flower (rose, carnation and hypericum) leftovers

Understanding the growth and reproductive efficiency of vermicomposting worms in various substrates is highly essential for effective utilization of earthworms in sustainable waste management system. The growth and reproductive performance of Eisenia fetida in rose, hypericum and carnation flower wastes was evaluated in this microcosm study. Determination of cocoon production rate, hatching success, number of hatchling,...

Author(s): Gezahegn Degefe and Girum Tamire