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Organic waste

Organic waste is a valuable resource, and its transformation into effective fertilizers is a key task of modern agriculture. Rational management of agro-industrial by-products allows not only to reduce production costs but also to significantly increase crop yields. Competent use of the biological potential of waste contributes to the creation of sustainable agricultural technologies, making the issue of its processing relevant for both large agricultural enterprises and owners of private plots.

In this selection, we examine a comprehensive approach to restoring soil fertility. Readers will learn about modern bioconversion technologies using specialized microbial strains and analyze global experience in integrating industrial organic residues into plant nutrition systems. Special attention is paid to natural humification processes, in particular, the biological role of earthworms, which act as indispensable helpers in maintaining the health and structure of the soil cover. These materials will help to understand the methods of effectively converting waste into a high-quality soil conditioner.

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The role of earthworms in the formation of soil fertility

Earthworms are key participants in soil-forming processes and indicators of the state of agroecosystems. The article examines the contribution of these saprophages to humification, soil disinfection, and the increase of its biological activity