QUALITY OF ORGANIC FERTILIZER FROM GOAT DUNG

Abstract

Agricultural waste is commonly associated with agricultural plantations and refers to the waste produced from various farming operations. The composting process can reduce the amount of dung generated by livestock while also providing nutrients and organic matter to the soil when applied appropriately. Additionally, composting significantly reduces the odor and pest problems associated with dung. The number of goat farmers in Malaysia is increasing, along with the amount of waste produced, such as goat dung. Therefore, this study aimed to help us understand the preparation of the composting process and the composition of goat dung compost, as well as evaluate the effects of goat dung compost on the content of nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K). A bedding system technique was used for the composting process. The parameters measured in this study were pH, temperature, and N, P, and K content. After 56 days, the goat dung compost reached maturity with a pH value of 6.84. It contained 3.1% N, 3.5% P, and 4.5% K, with a C/N ratio of 4:1.