Evaluation of Organic Inputs Viz., Jeevamruth and Bijamruth on Soil Nutrients and Uptake by Fenugreek Absorption

The present study on the ‘Biochemical evaluation of organic inputs (Jeevamruth and Beejamruth) and their efficacy on Greens’ was conducted at the Department of Sustainable Organic Agriculture, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore, with laboratory experiments carried out at the Department of Environmental Science. A field trial was set up in a randomized block design with three replications. Biometric observations were recorded on the 10th, 20th, and 30th days after sowing. Soil samples were collected initially and at harvest, and analyzed for chemical and biological properties. Plant samples were tested for protein and chlorophyll content. The application of Jeevamruth increased soil nutrients (NPK) and organic carbon levels. Liquid organic preparations were found to have higher populations of bacteria, fungi, and actinomycetes. The findings suggest that Beejamruth should be applied on the day of preparation, whereas Jeevamruth should be used within 10 to 15 days of preparation. The use of these liquid formulations helps supplement nutrients when biofertilizers are applied.