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    • Vermicomposting is a sustainable method for organic waste management.
    • Earthworms play a crucial role in decomposing organic matter and improving soil quality.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate and compare the decomposition efficiency of local (L. mauritii) and exotic (Eisenia foetida) earthworms in garden litter vermicomposting.
    • To analyze the nutrient content of the resulting vermicompost.

    Main Methods:

    • Garden litter was mixed with cow dung in a 3:1 ratio.
    • Vermicomposting was conducted using both local (L. mauritii) and exotic (Eisenia foetida) earthworm species.
    • The produced vermicompost was analyzed for key nutrients and organic matter content.

    Main Results:

    • Vermicompost produced using Eisenia foetida was richer in ammoniacal nitrogen, nitrate nitrogen, available phosphorus, total potassium, and TKN.
    • A significant reduction in total organic carbon and the carbon to nitrogen ratio was observed in the vermicompost.
    • Eisenia foetida demonstrated higher decomposition efficiency compared to L. mauritii.

    Conclusions:

    • Exotic earthworms (Eisenia foetida) are more effective for vermicomposting garden litter than local earthworms (L. mauritii).
    • Vermicomposting with Eisenia foetida yields a nutrient-dense organic fertilizer.
    • The study highlights the potential of exotic earthworms for efficient waste management and soil enrichment.