Vermiwash Preparation
Abstract
Vermiwash is a nutrient rich liquid fertilizer and organic pesticide collected by passing water through earthworm castings. It acts as a eco friendly plant growth enhancer, promoting healthy root development, enhancing immunity against diseases and providing essential macro-micro nutrients. It is widely used for vegetables, flowers and fruits. It's a powerhouse for plants and soil. Boosts plant growth: Stimulates root development and nutrient uptake. Improves soil health, Adds beneficial microbes and organic matter. Eco-friendly: Natural, non-toxic alternative to chemical fertilizer. Versatile use, can be used as a foliar spray or soil drench.
Citation
Vasudhevan, I., Roshini, M., & Subhitsha, S. (2026). Vermiwash Preparation. International Journal of Current Science Research (IJCSR) , 12.1, 22–27.
License
© 2026 The Author(s). Published by Dr. BGR Publications . The authors retain copyright of this article. This is an open access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) , which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author(s) and source are credited.
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