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Biodegradable wastes like vegetable peelings from kitchen are usually processed by composting techniques. Which of the following option(s) regarding the processing of biodegradable wastes is/are correct?

  1. Vermi-composting is relatively faster than windrow composting, however vermicomposting is not frequently used on large commercial scale.
  2. The windrow height should be as short as possible as large windrow height may cause compaction due to the self-weight.
  3. The windrow height should be as large as possible as that will help to ensure appropriate temperature within the windrow.
  4. Earthworms facilitate the growth of microorganisms and break down complex organic molecules to simpler ones using enzymatic secretions.

     

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