• Vermicompost contains all the nutrients, hormones and enzymes which are important for plants, whereas fertilizers contain only nitrogen, phosphorus and potash.

• Its effect remains in the field for a long time and the plants gradually receive the nutrients.

• It is a complete nutritious fertilizer for crops which contain a high amount of organic matter. This increases the water absorption and water-holding capacity of the soil and also proves helpful in preventing soil erosion.

• It contains humic acid, which is helpful in reducing the pH value of the soil. It plays an important role in improving unfertile land.

• With its use, the beneficial micro-organisms found inside the soil get food, due to which they remain more active.

• These work as natural fertilizers for all crops and have no side effects.

• This improves the quality of the produce like size, colour, shine and taste and also increases the production capacity of the land.

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