MUMBAI, India, Aug. 17 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202511010242 A) filed by Lovely Professional University on February 07, 2025, for Novel Agro-Waste Conversion: Banana Pseudo-Stem Vermicompost For Enhancing Black Rice Yield And Quality.
Inventors include Nilabja Banerjee; and Ashok Sambhaji Dambale.
The application for the patent was published on August 14, 2026, under issue no. 33/2026.
Abstract: The invention provides a sustainable method for producing potassium-enriched vermicompost by utilizing banana pseudo-stem waste. The process involves chopping and sun-drying banana pseudo-stems, which are then layered with poultry manure and partially decomposed cow dung in a specific ratio. Cow urine is applied to enhance microbial activity, and earthworms (Eisenia fetida) decompose the mixture into high-quality compost. The resultant vermicompost is rich in potassium, nitrogen, and phosphorus, improving soil fertility and supporting crop productivity. This eco-friendly solution offers a cost-effective alternative to chemical fertilizers, particularly benefiting potassium-intensive crops like black rice by enhancing yield, quality, and nutritional content. It also promotes effective waste management and sustainable farming practices.
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