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Earthworms accelerate organic waste decomposition into nutrient‑rich castings.
Origin: Chinese and Japanese vermicomposters (12th century (China) to 20th century (Japan)) — East Asia
See full technique reference →Earthworms secrete cellulolytic and hemicellulolytic enzymes that hydrolyze plant polymers, releasing sugars that are further fermented by gut microbes into organic acids and ammonia, lowering the substrate pH to 5.5–6.5. The combined biological activity transforms raw organic matter into stable humic substances and nitrogen‑rich castings.
Primary Reaction
Enzymatic hydrolysis of cellulose and hemicellulose by earthworm secreted enzymes
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