Content

Duration in hours

Week 1: Introduction to Biofertilizers and Vermicompost

• Day 1: Overview of Sustainable Agriculture
• Day 2: Benefits of Biofertilizers and Vermicompost
• Day 3: Microorganisms in Soil Health
• Day 4: Vermicomposting Basics
• Day 5: Lab Session: Setting up Vermicomposting units

5

Week 2: Biofertilizer Microorganisms

• Day 6: Nitrogen-Fixing Bacteria
• Day 7: Phosphate-Solubilizing Bacteria
• Day 8: Potash-Mobilizing Bacteria
• Day 9: Lab Session: Isolation and Culturing of Biofertilizer Microorganisms
• Day 10: Quiz on Microorganisms

5

Week 3: Vermicomposting Process

• Day 11: Worm Selection and Breeding
• Day 12: Organic Waste Selection
• Day 13: Optimal Conditions for Vermicomposting
• Day 14: Troubleshooting Common Issues
• Day 15: Field Trip: Visiting a Vermicompost Facility

5

Week 4: Biofertilizer and Vermicompost Application

• Day 16: Application Methods and Timing
• Day 17: Nutrient Management Planning
• Day 18: Case Studies: Successful Applications
• Day 19: Lab Session: Biofertilizer Production
• Day 20: Lab Session: Vermicompost Production

5

Week 5: Environmental Impact and Certification**

• Day 21: Environmental Benefits and Challenges
• Day 22: Certification Standards and Regulations
• Day 23: Marketing and Business Aspects
• Day 24: Guest Speaker: Environmental Expert
• Day 25: Final Project: Business Plan for Biofertilizer/Vermicompost Production.

5

Week 6: Assessment and Conclusion

• Day 26: Mid-term Exam
• Day 27: Quality Control and Testing
• Day 28: Presenting Business Plans
• Day 29: Final Exam
• Day 30: Course Recap and Certificates

5

Examination and Certification:

• Mid-term Exam: Covers Weeks 1-3
• Final Exam: Covers Weeks 4-6

• Assignments to be uploaded from time to time
• In the final exam questions will be multiple choice type
• On successful submission of assignments and qualifying in the examination certificates will be provided to the candidates.

Final Project: Business Plan Presentation