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Organic Waste Recycling for Soil Amendments : Advancing Circular Bioeconomy and Soil Health Restoration

Authors: Kumar, S; Dhyani, B.P.; Shahi, U.P.; Kumar, S; Singh, S.P.; Kumar, Y; Pathak, D; +1 Authors

Organic Waste Recycling for Soil Amendments : Advancing Circular Bioeconomy and Soil Health Restoration

Abstract

The recycling of organic waste into soil supplements is an essential component of the circular bio economy, providing a long-term and regenerative solution to a range of environmental issues. With growing global worries about soil degradation, decreased agricultural output, and an increasing volume of organic waste, this technique offers a way to convert trash into a valuable resource. Organic resources such as food scraps, agricultural residues, animal manure, and green waste can be turned into nutrient-rich soil amendments by composting, vermicomposting, anaerobic digestion, or biochar synthesis. These additives improve soil structure, fertility, microbial diversity, and water-holding capacity, while also contributing significantly to carbon sequestration and climate change mitigation. This strategy not only decreases the need for chemical fertilizers, but it also diverts biodegradable trash from landfills, lowering methane emissions and contributing to a more sustainable waste management system. This closed-loop system, which is part of a circular bio economy, recycles biological resources, supports sustainable agriculture, and promotes local economic development by providing green jobs and lowering farmers' input costs. By incorporating organic waste recycling into agricultural and urban design, we can recover degraded soils, boost food security, and transition to a more resilient, low-carbon future. This strategy offers a comprehensive, scalable, and effective answer to sustainable land use and environmental regeneration.

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