(5 KG) गोबर की खाद / Desi gobar ka khad / Cow Dung Compost by ss _930

Name : (5 KG) गोबर की खाद / Desi gobar ka khad / Cow Dung Compost by ss _930

Form factor : Powder

Type : Vermi

Product Breadth : 12 Cm

Product Height : 14.5 Cm

Product Length : 0.5 Cm

Net Quantity (N) : Multipack

1. Composition of Cow Dung : Cow dung primarily consists of digested grass, hay, straw, grains, and other organic matter that cattle consume. It contains essential nutrients necessary for plant growth, including approximately 3% nitrogen, 2% phosphorus, and 1% potassium (commonly referred to as the NPK ratio of 3-2-1). However, fresh cow dung also has high levels of ammonia and may contain harmful pathogens such as E. coli.

2. Importance of Composting : Due to the potential risks associated with using fresh cow manure directly on plants—such as ammonia burn and pathogen transmission—composting is crucial. Composting allows beneficial microorganisms to break down the organic matter in cow dung while eliminating harmful substances over time.

3. Methods of Composting : There are several effective methods for composting cow dung:

Aerobic Digestion : This method involves exposing cow manure to oxygen in a controlled environment where bacteria break down the organic materials into compost. Regular turning of the pile is necessary to maintain aeration.

Hot Composting : In this method, a large pile of cow manure is created to generate heat through microbial activity. The temperature must reach at least 55°C (130°F) for several consecutive days to kill weed seeds and pathogens.

Vermicomposting : This technique utilizes earthworms to decompose cow manure further. The worms consume the org

Country of Origin : India