Potencial do uso do composto orgânico de lixo urbano na agricultura.

Abstract

The production of solid waste has increased in proportion to the population and economic growth. But not all municipalities have appropriate destination for the waste, which has been of concern to the government and researchers. Regarding the problem this paper intends to analyze the organic compound produced in the waste recycling plant in the city of Hope, MO, for use in agriculture to replace chemical fertilizer. After collection of solid urban waste is passes through the same selection and then is conducted to the composting period of approximately 120 days enough time for the material to be decomposed and can be used in agriculture. After characterization in the laboratory it was found that the organic compound derived from urban waste can be used in the fertilization of agricultural areas once present levels of macro and micronutrients and organic matter suitable for agricultural production. The compound exhibits physico-chemical and biological processes within acceptable limits and allowed by law for agricultural use. In addition to preserving the environment the organic compound may be used as fertilizer in agriculture benefits for the soil and plants.