COMPOSITE FERTILIZER PRODUCED FROM DECANTER CAKE AND PALM OIL MILL EFFLUENT (POME) AEROBIC SLUDGE
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https://doi.org/10.35631/IJIREV.827002Keywords:
Composite Fertilizer, Palm Oil Mill Effluent Sludge, Decanter CakeAbstract
Composite fertilizers offer a sustainable approach to improving crop productivity while reducing reliance on chemical fertilizers. This study explores the potential of converting Palm Oil Mill Effluent (POME) aerobic sludge and decanter cake (DC) into a composite vermicompost-based fertilizer for Capsicum annuum cultivation. The fertilizer was produced using a 40:60 ratio of POME sludge to DC, followed by vermicomposting with Eisenia fetida for 60 days. Nutrient characterization revealed that the composite fertilizer (PDC) contained higher concentrations of macronutrients (N: 2.56%, P: 7.56%, K: 9.07%) and micronutrients (Fe: 16.73%, Si: 15.86%) compared to commercial fertilizer. Plant growth performance was evaluated using five fertilizer dosages (50–250 g) and compared with a control and commercial fertilizer treatment. Results showed that a 50 g application of PDC achieved 102.96% stem elongation, equivalent to the 100 g dosage of commercial fertilizer (118.53%), indicating greater nutrient use efficiency at lower input levels. The findings demonstrate that POME–DC composite fertilizer provides balanced nutrient availability, improved soil conditioning, and enhanced plant growth potential. This study highlights the feasibility of valorizing palm oil industry waste into an eco-efficient fertilizer, contributing to circular agricultural sustainability and reduced environmental impact.
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