The Role Of Organic Fertilizers In Enhancing Soil Fertility And Crop Yield In Organic Farming Systems

• Author(s):

  Kumar Patil | Mahesh Manolikar | Mayuri Bhujbal | Misba Pathan

• Keywords:

  Organic Fertilizers, Soil Fertility, Crop Yield, Organic Farming, Compost, Vermicompost, Farmyard Manure, Biofertilizers, Soil Health, Microbial Activity, Nutrient Management, Sustainable Agriculture, Green Manures, Climate-resilient Agriculture.

• Abstract:

  Organic Fertilizers Are Fundamental To Maintaining Soil Fertility And Enhancing Crop Productivity In Organic Farming Systems. Unlike Synthetic Inputs, Organic Amendments Such As Compost, Vermicompost, Farmyard Manure (FYM), Green Manures, And Biofertilizers Not Only Supply Essential Nutrients But Also Improve The Physical, Chemical, And Biological Properties Of The Soil. This Research Investigates The Impact Of These Organic Inputs On Key Soil Health Indicators—including Microbial Activity, Organic Matter Content, And Nutrient Availability—and Their Correlation With Crop Yield Performance. These Findings Indicate That Treatments Involving Vermicompost And FYM Significantly Enhance Soil Organic Carbon, Available Nitrogen, Microbial Biomass, And Plant Growth Compared To Control Plots. Supporting Literature Emphasizes The Long-term Benefits Of Organic Fertilizers, Including Improved Soil Structure, PH Balance, Water Retention, And Biodiversity. Additionally, The Integration Of Microbial Inoculants Like Biofertilizers Further Optimizes Nutrient Cycling And Plant Health. Beyond Productivity Gains, Organic Fertilizers Contribute To Climate Resilience And Environmental Conservation, Aligning With Global Goals For Sustainable Agriculture. This Study Underscores The Importance Of Site-specific Organic Fertility Management Strategies To Maximize Agricultural Output While Preserving Ecological Integrity.

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• Paper id:

  IJSARTV11I4103375

• Published in:

  Volume: 11 Issue: 4 April 2025

• Publication Date:

  2025-04-28

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