II About Us
Vermicomposting unit in Bijni College is a setup where organic waste is converted into nutrient-rich compost using earthworms.
It serves both as a waste management solution and an educational tool for students. It also becomes tiny financial resource of college.
Purpose:
a. Establishment of Learning Research Centre
b. Making Financial Resource
Waste Management Method: 
Converts food and garden waste into compost, reducing landfill waste.
Sustainable Practice: 
Promotes eco-friendly waste disposal and sustainable agriculture.
Educational Tool: 
It Helps students learn about organic farming, soil health and composting techniques.
Community Awareness: 
Encourages environmental responsibility among students and staff.
Components of a Vermicomposting Unit:
Vermi beds: Shallow containers or pits with bedding material like coconut coir, shredded newspaper, or dry leaves.
Earthworms: Eisenia fetida (red wigglers), Perionyx excavatus and Amyanthas diffringens that consume organic matter.
Organic Waste: Fruit and vegetable peels, leftover food, dried leaves and garden waste.
Moisture and Aeration Control: Ensuring optimal conditions for worm survival and composting efficiency.
Learning Activities
Add on Certificate Course for Students
ASSOCIATED: DEPARTMENT OF ZOOLOGY