EARTH LOBRIZE Common Annelid: Use of earthworm (lumbricus terrestris l.) for humus production - Couverture souple

Álvarez Nicoliello, Nelson Orlando

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 6208142997 ISBN 13 : 9786208142995

Editeur : Our Knowledge Publishing, 2024

Synopsis

The adaptability of the common earthworm from the Sector La Guamita, Cojedes state, Venezuela, used in confinement, using cow manure, chicken manure and sow manure substrates. The chemical and mechanical composition of the humus was analyzed, as well as the phytosanitary evaluation. The native earthworm was identified as Lumbricus terrestris L. for its morphological and behavioral characteristics. The conditions of temperature, humidity, feeding and density of individuals used, allowed the adaptation of the annelids to the confinement, with a good growth and development of these. A reproduction rate within the range of the species was obtained, an equitable distribution of individuals by stages and no mortality was observed in the treatments evaluated. The contents of P, K, Ca, organic matter and electrical conductivity of the humus obtained showed acceptable values, whose variation depends on the physical-chemical characteristics of the substrates. No nematodes or insect pests were detected in the humus obtained. Humus production using native earthworms proved to be feasible with a high positive environmental impact.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Our Knowledge Publishing
• Date d'édition: 2024
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 6208142997
• ISBN 13: 9786208142995
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 64
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible