Composting could be regarded as a process of processes because it entails a number of
complex chemical and microbiological reactions and transformations. Nitrification is one of …

Organic wastes are composted to stabilize organic matter, reduce the moisture content,
increase the concentrations of plant nutrients, eliminate pathogens and weed seeds …

Aerobic composting is an efficient method to recover nutrients from animal manure.
However, there is considerable variability in the management and maturity criteria used …

This study was conducted to assess the effect of thermophilic actinomycetes inoculation on
the lignocellulose degradation, enzyme activities and microbial community during different …

Using black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens [L.], Diptera: Stratiomyidae) larvae (BSFL) to
upcycle urban solid waste into a growing medium for vegetable cultivation is a potential …

Biochar is produced by pyrolysis of biomass residues under limited oxygen conditions. In
recent years, biochar as an amendment has received increasing attention on composting …

Composting is a reliable way to recycle manure for use on croplands in sustainable
agriculture. Poor management of the composting process can result in a decrease in the …

Bacteria play an important role in organic matter degradation and maturity during aerobic
composting. This study analyzed composting with or without a membrane cover in laboratory …

Excessive nutrients and toxic gas emissions from animal manure management are of great
global concern, with negative environmental and economic consequences worldwide. Due …

Composting is considered to be a primary treatment method for livestock manure and rice
straw, and high degree of maturity is a prerequisite for safe land application of the …