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International Journal Of Rural Development, Environment And Health Research(IJREH)

Microbial Succession in Composting: A Sustainable Waste Management Approach

Dr. Jyoti Kesaria


International Journal of Rural Development, Environment and Health Research(IJREH), Vol-9,Issue-1, January - March 2025, Pages 46-47, 10.22161/ijreh.9.1.5

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Article Info: Received: 20 Feb 2025; Received in revised form: 18 Mar 2025; Accepted: 22 Mar 2025; Available online: 28 Mar 2025

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Composting is an eco-friendly and efficient waste management process that relies on microbial succession to degrade organic material. Various microbial groups, including bacteria, fungi, and actinomycetes, play a pivotal role in the different stages of composting. This study examines microbial succession in composting, analyzing the roles of mesophilic and thermophilic microbes, enzymatic activity, and environmental factors affecting decomposition. A better understanding of microbial dynamics can help optimize composting efficiency, improve compost quality, and reduce environmental impact. The research also discusses advancements in microbial-assisted composting and their implications for sustainable waste management.

Microbial Succession, Composting, Waste Management, Organic Decomposition, Sustainability

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