Impact of Digestate Fertilization on Crop Production – A Comprehensive Review

• Autorzy: Szwed Małgorzata , Koszel Milan , Przywara Artur , Kachel-Górecka Magdalena

Identyfikatory

DOI

10.12913/22998624/193766

• Języki publikacji: EN

Abstrakty

EN

Abstract This article examined the utilization of digestate as an organic fertilizer to enhance crop yields. In contemporary agriculture, applying digestate as a fertilizer is gaining traction as a viable method for boosting crop productivity. The paper delved into recent studies on the impact of digestate fertilization on crop quality and yield, explaining the production process of digestate, its application techniques, and its effects on plant health. The rise in environmental pollution has underscored the importance of sustainable agricultural practices, increasing the adoption of natural fertilizers. Digestate, a by-product of the methane fermentation process in biogas production, is rich in essential nutrients vital for plant growth and development. This article explored various aspects of digestate fertilization, including its chemical composition and effects on soil and plants. Additionally, it presented scientific findings on the use of digestate as an alternative fertilizer for field crops. The review aimed to provide a thorough understanding of digestate fertilization as well as highlight its potential advantages and challenges in agricultural applications.

Słowa kluczowe

EN

digestate; fertilizer application methods; sustainable farming; environmental sustainability

• Wydawca: Lublin University of Technology ; Polish Society of Ecological Engineering (PTIE), Branch of PTIE in Lublin
• Czasopismo: Advances in Science and Technology. Research Journal
• Rocznik: 2024
• Tom: Vol. 18, no. 7
• Strony: 347--353
• Opis fizyczny: Bibliogr. 37 poz., fig., tab.

Twórcy

autor

Szwed Małgorzata

• Department of Machine Operation and Production Processes Management, Faculty of Production Engineering, University of Life Sciences in Lublin, ul. Głeboka 28, 20-612 Lublin, Poland

• https://orcid.org/0009-0004-8795-0355

autor

Koszel Milan

• Department of Machine Operation and Production Processes Management, Faculty of Production Engineering, University of Life Sciences in Lublin, ul. Głeboka 28, 20-612 Lublin, Poland

• https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9527-8459

autor

Przywara Artur

• Department of Machine Operation and Production Processes Management, Faculty of Production Engineering, University of Life Sciences in Lublin, ul. Głeboka 28, 20-612 Lublin, Poland

• https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7910-132X

autor

Kachel-Górecka Magdalena

• Department of Machine Operation and Production Processes Management, Faculty of Production Engineering, University of Life Sciences in Lublin, ul. Głeboka 28, 20-612 Lublin, Poland

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