Bio-Decomposer Technique Will Curb Stubble Burning Pollution

admin September 25, 2020 Daily Current Affairs

The bio-decomposer technique of converting crop stubble into compost, which is deemed a cost-effective way to deal with air pollution caused due to crop stubble burning.
The technology, called ‘Pusa Decomposer’, involves making a liquid formulation using decomposer capsules and readily available inputs,
Fermenting it over 8-10 days and then spraying the mixture on fields with crop stubble to ensure speedy bio-decomposition of the stubble.
This technique will decrease the use of fertilisers and increase the productivity of the farm soil.
Delhi and many other North Indian States are covered with smoke due to stubble burning in the neighbouring States by the farmers.
The soil loses its richness due to stubble burning and it also destroys the useful bacteria and fungi in the soil, apart from causing harm to the environment.
This improves the fertility and productivity of the soil as the stubble works as manure and compost for the crops and lesser fertiliser consumption is required in the future.