Effect of Vermicomposting on Growth, Physiology and Yield Traits of Mung Bean (Vigna radiata L.) Cultivar under Salinity Stress

Abstract

Swapnali Savata Kalukhe and Indra Jeet Chaudhary

Salinity is one of the main environmental problems that causes yield loss by affecting physiological and morphological characteristics of plants. The vermicomposting plays a vital role in growth and development of plants. Despite that it’s also reduced harmful effects of various environmental stresses on plants. Therefore, the present study conducted for investigation of salinity stress and protective role of vermicomposting on various traits of Mung bean (Vigna radiata L.) cultivar. The findings suggest that 50 ppm salinity levels caused least impact than 100 ppm salinity levels. The application of vermicomposting drastically increased the growth and yield of mung bean cultivar. These results demonstrate the remarkable ability of vermicomposting to promote healthy mung bean growth even under challenging saline conditions. Based on these findings, the study strongly recommends the use of vermicomposting as a key strategy for optimizing the salinity level in the soil and crop productivity in saline soil. Additionally, the study suggests a potential long-term benefit of Vermicomposting provide immediate relief from salinity stress but also enhance the overall salinity tolerance of plants over time. This study highlights the importance of vermicomposting as a powerful tool for combating the harmful effects of salinity stress on plants.

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