Vermicompost fertilizer is currently being sold online, and this venture is generating profits in the lakhs. Likewise, Richa, a B.Sc. Agriculture and MBA student, is manufacturing vermicompost and retailing it online, experiencing substantial market demand. Currently, she receives daily orders ranging from 400 to 500. However, there are times when the order volume escalates to five to six thousand daily.
Earthworms are commonly known as allies of farmers. When provided with dung, they consume and digest it, producing a resultant product that can be utilized as vermicompost or earthworm manure. This substance does not attract flies or mosquitoes, rendering it environmentally friendly. It typically contains around 3% nitrogen, 2% sulfur, and 1.5% to 2% potassium.
To manufacture vermicompost fertilizer, procure a container, plastic bucket, or cement tank and create a hole at the container's base to facilitate drainage of excess water. Lay down a foundation of gravel, agricultural residue, and waste materials at the container's bottom. On top of this foundation, add layers of household waste materials. Once the container is fully filled, introduce worms onto the uppermost layer, and ensure daily watering of the pile. Following this process, vermicompost will be prepared within a month.
How to Conduct Online Marketing for Vermicompost: Vermicompost fertilizer can be sold to offline farmers and various nursery businesses, or online platforms can also be utilized to sell vermicompost fertilizer. For example, through e-commerce sites like Amazon and Flipkart. By selling vermicompost fertilizer, one can earn between 5 to 7 lakhs in a year. This will also provide more employment opportunities to people.
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