Effects of Different Decomposition Agents on Auricularia auricular Residue Composting
This study evaluated the effects of various decomposition agents on the decomposition of Auricularia auricula residue,aiming to identify inoculants suitable for fermenting Auricularia auricula residue in northwestern region.By adding 5 different inoculants to the residue and conducting high-temperature compost,this study examined how each inoculant affected compost through fermentation temperature,moisture levels,chemical composition,and the seed germination index.The results indicated that using these inoculants significantly reduced the time period for heating,accelerated water loss,lowered the carbon/nitrogen ratio,increased the degradation rate of coarse fiber,and enhanced both the seed germination index and electrical conductivity(EC)of the Auricularia auricula residue compost.In summary,inoculants from Luoyang Okobaike Biotechnology Co.,Ltd.,Jining Shihe Biotechnology Co.,Ltd.,and Beijing Yufengliduo Fertilizer Co.,Ltd.,demonstrated the most effective results for Auricularia auricula residue composting.