Title:

EFFECT OF ORGANIC FERTILIZERS ON GROWTH AND YIELD OF CROP PLANTS: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS

Author:

Kiran Dalal

Abstract:

Interest in organic fertilizers as substitutes for synthetic inputs has increased due to the growing need for sustainable farming methods worldwide. With an emphasis on tomatoes and maize, this study investigates the impact of several organic fertilizers on crop plant development metrics and yield. Recent research shows that, while often at a slower beginning speed than synthetic fertilizers, organic fertilizers considerably increase soil health, plant physiological characteristics, and productivity. Vermicompost and chicken manure regularly outperform other organic additions in terms of vegetative growth and fruit/grain output, according to data from controlled tests. Optimal results, however, rely on sustainable crop production and appropriate nutrient balance, which calls for customized management to satisfy crop-specific nutrient requirements and integration techniques. The viability of organic fertilizers is the conclusion drawn from this article.

Keyword:

Crop growth, Crop yield, Plant nutrition, organic fertilizer, vermicompost