TITLE:
Composting Constraints and Prospects in Bangladesh: A Review
AUTHORS:
Mst Marufa Sultana, Mohammad Golam Kibria, M. Jahiruddin, Md. Anwarul Abedin
KEYWORDS:
Composting, Sustainable Agriculture, Bangladesh
JOURNAL NAME:
Journal of Geoscience and Environment Protection,
Vol.8 No.9,
September
24,
2020
ABSTRACT: Composting is a suitable environment-friendly technique to modify organic waste to organic fertilizers and works as soil conditioners by regulating different biological processes. The main objective of a sustainable agricultural production system can be achieved by using quality compost and thereby improving soil health and increased crop yield. This desktop research summarizes the role of composting for sustainable agricultural development with their prospective role, opportunities, and challenges in the context of Bangladesh. Some attention is also given to the composting process and compost industries in Bangladesh. Benefits and constraints regarding the use of compost for achieving sustainable agricultural production systems are also discussed.