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Abstract
Fertilizer and soil conditioner applications of compost made from municipal solid waste (MSW) are on the rise in the agricultural sector. The practice's proponents see municipal solid waste (MSW) recycling as an essential tool, even though landfilling would have been an option. Critics and researchers, however, are concerned about the material's frequently elevated metal concentrations mostly found in the compost used agricultural land. Agriculture routinely uses substantial quantities of MSW compost to add organic matter and meet crop nutrient requirements. The primary issue is the accumulation of metals in the soil, which may raise the metal concentration in crops. Additionally, excess nutrients and metals may occasionally find their way into groundwater through the soil profile. There have also been reports of high salt concentrations in municipal solid waste compost, which can hinder plant growth and have a negative impact on soil structure. A summary of pertinent agricultural research is provided, along with suggestions for enhancing the quality of MSW compost. Researchers can guarantee its secure utilization in agriculture by developing and implementing thorough industry standards and prioritizing MSW for composting.
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Copyright © 2025 DR SAIKAT BANERJEE, Naveen Prasad B S, Saeed Ghanim Ali Alawaid, Halla Ghazi Al-Amri. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License.
