This book highlights diverse composting techniques, including vermicomposting, bacterial cellulose-based composting, and inoculum-based solutions, illustrating their role in sustainable waste management and nutrient-rich soil production. It also addresses advanced methods in liquid fertilizer production, such as green chemistry approaches, the role of microorganisms, and the potential of biofertilizer consortia to enhance crop nutrition and soil enrichment. Practical applications in agriculture are emphasized throughout, including the benefits of liquid organic fertilizers for sustainable farming and strategies to minimize environmental impacts, such as reducing nutrient runoff and mitigating water pollution. The book also highlights the importance of engaging local communities to promote sustainable farming practices and innovative waste management solutions.

Designed for scientists, engineers and professionals in agriculture, environmental science, and waste management, this book serves as both a scientific reference and a practical guide. Policymakers, agricultural practitioners, and community organizations will also find valuable insights for implementing effective and sustainable organic waste solutions.

Covers composting and liquid organic fertilizer (LOF) production Focuses on sustainable agriculture and eco-friendly solutions Discusses a holistic approach to organic waste management

Autorentext

Dr. Abu Zahrim Yaser is an Associate Professor in the Chemical Engineering Programme at Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS), where he also serves as Dean of the Faculty of Engineering. He is the founder of the Kundasang Compost Living Lab and obtained his Ph. D. from Swansea University. Dr. Zahrim is a recipient of the National Book Award (2023).

Dr. Mariani Rajin is a senior lecturer at Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS). She holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Universiti Sains Malaysia. Her research interests include composting, enzymatic reactions, and enzyme technology.

Dr. Sariah Saalah is a senior lecturer in the Chemical Engineering Program at Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS). She earned her Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Universiti Putra Malaysia, specializing in biopolymers. Her research focuses on composting, biopolymers, polyurethane synthesis, nanomaterials, and water-based coatings.

Inhalt

Introduction.- Fertilizer Runoff Management - Strategies and Practices to Minimise Excess Nutrients in Water Reservoirs.- Turning Agricultural Waste into Slow Release Fertilizers: A Sustainable Approach.- Sustainable Solutions for Urban Garden Waste: The Role of Inoculum-Based Composting.- Utilization of Bacterial Cellulose: An Eco-Friendly Biocompost for Nutrient-Rich Soil.- Vermicompost in Agriculture.- Sustainable Production of Compost and Liquid Fertilizers: From Waste to Resource.- Green Chemistry Approaches to Liquid Fertilizer Production.- Liquid biofertilizer consortia- a promising tool for crop nutrition and nutritional enrichment of compost.- Chemical contaminants and microbiological analysis of rice produced by microbiome as liquid fertilizer.- Application of Liquid Organic Fertilizer in Sustainable Farming with Jentayu Community.- Conclusions.