2026-05-02T17:26:59Zhttps://oai.catalogue.archives.ncbs.res.in/oai:archives.ncbs.res.in:/repositories/2/archival_objects/264462026-02-26T11:42:18ZArchives at NCBSTata Institute of Fundamental ResearchAR-003-1.AR-003-0004https://catalogue.archives.ncbs.res.in/repositories/2/archival_objects/26446University of JammuWater Hyacinth Gives a Good Compost, March, 1960March, 19606.0 SheetsengLatnThis leaflet explains how to convert the invasive water hyacinth weed into nutrient-rich compost or ash. It outlines composting methods for different climates and highlights its high content of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potash, far richer than regular manure. The compost improves soil health, while the ash is especially useful for acidic soils and beneficial for crops like sugarcane, jute, and cotton. Published by Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India.Access Level 1: Online. See https://archives.ncbs.res.in/accessCopyright may not have been assigned to Archives, National Centre for Biological Sciences. Permission for reproduction or distribution must be obtained in writing from the Archives at NCBS (archives@ncbs.res.in). The Archives at NCBS makes no representation that it is the copyright owner in all of its collections. The user must obtain all necessary rights and clearances before use of material and material may only be reproduced for academic and non-commercial use.University of Jammu STEM Pamphlets and Papers, AR-003