Acute toxicity tests using earthworms to estimate ecological quality of compost and digestate
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DOI: 10.1007/s10163-017-0619-z
Abstract: Ecological quality of compost and digestate, used as fertilizers for agricultural use, was assessed through an acute ecotoxicological bioassay testing the earthworm Eisenia fetida (Annelida). The test evaluates the earthworm’s attitude to dig within 15 min… read more here.
Keywords: quality; quality compost; compost digestate; ecological quality ... See more keywords
Co-composting invasive aquatic macrophytes and pond sediment holds the potential for environmental amelioration: Selecting the right shade of grey
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DOI: 10.1016/j.chnaes.2020.12.004
Abstract: Abstract Co-composting of invasive aquatic weeds with pond sediment can be a cost-effective way to manage the problem of invasion and eutrophication in aquatic systems and improvement of soil fertility in agricultural systems. Nevertheless, preparation… read more here.
Keywords: bulking agent; quality compost; invasive aquatic; aquatic macrophytes ... See more keywords
Feedstock amendment for the production of quality compost for soil amendment & heavy metal immobilisation
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DOI: 10.3303/cet1756084
Abstract: Composting is a waste management technology for recycling organic waste. A compost without detectable of pathogens and heavy metals can act as a soil conditioner or organic fertilizer to promote plant growth. It provides the… read more here.
Keywords: quality compost; amendment; waste; compost ... See more keywords