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Factorial Analysis on the Production of Biofertilizer with High Nitrogen Content Using Mushroom Waste

Year: 2024

Type: conference-paper

Abstract: This study investigated factors influencing the production of high nitrogen (N) biofertilizer from mushroom waste, examining five factors: mushroom waste (MW) content (30% to 70%), Bokashi fermentation time (5 to 10 days), agitation (Yes or No), mushroom waste size (Cut or Uncut), and drying temperature (60°C to 105°C).Through Two-Level Factorial Analysis (TLFA), the most impactful factors on N content were identified.Using a HACH Spectrophotometer as measurements devices, optimal conditions were found: 104°C drying temperature, 70% MW content, uncut mushroom waste, 10 days of Bokashi fermentation with agitation, resulting in 1624 mg/L N content.Future research is to assess the long-term stability and efficacy of the biofertilizer in various soil types and climates and conduct scale-up studies to evaluate industrial production feasibility and efficiency.Ongoing research could transform these alternative materials into valuable natural products, promoting sustainable practices and reducing overall waste.

Source: Proceedings of International Exchange and Innovation Conference on Engineering & Sciences (IEICES)

DOI: 10.5109/7323351

Authors: Amir Syarifudin Bin Baharudin, Norazwina Binti Zainol

Institution: Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah

Language: English

Topic: Composting and Vermicomposting Techniques

Subfield: Soil Science

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences

Domain: Life Sciences

SDGs: Responsible consumption and production, Zero hunger

Open Access status: hybrid

Funder: Universiti Malaysia Pahang