Organic Compost from KCARP Boosts Crop Yields by Up to 50%
The Kumasi Compost and Recycling Plant (KCARP) has revealed that its 100% organic compost, Akuafo Agyenkwa, significantly improves soil structure and crop yields.
KCARP’s Business Development and Communications Manager, Eugene Amo-Asamoah, stated that research shows the organic compost increases yields by 30% to 50%.
“What this means is that if you previously harvested about 100 bags, after applying the compost, you would get 130 or 150 bags in the subsequent season,” he explained.
A Sustainable and Versatile Soil Solution
According to Mr. Amo-Asamoah, the Akuafo Agyenkwa organic compost contains high organic matter that enhances soil fertility. It is suitable for all soil types and all categories of crops, offering a broad solution for farmers nationwide.
Another key advantage of the organic fertilizer is its high water retention capacity. This feature allows water to be absorbed by crops over longer periods, significantly reducing irrigation costs. “We refer to this compost as having a residual effect. This means that if you apply it now, the nutrients are gradually released over the years and remain in the soil,” he added.
Unlike chemical fertilizers, which deplete nutrients quickly, this organic compost leaves the soil enriched over time. Mr. Amo-Asamoah also emphasized that the compost supports beneficial soil organisms like earthworms, centipedes, and millipedes. These organisms improve soil structure and fertility, an essential factor for sustainable farming.
The Organic Compost is Cost-Effective and Environmentally Friendly
Mr. Amo-Asamoah explained that KCARP’s organic fertilizer is not only effective but also cost-efficient. A 50 kg bag of Akuafo Agyenkwa costs just GHS75, while chemical fertilizers range between GHS500 to GHS600. This price difference makes the organic compost an affordable alternative for smallholder farmers.
KCARP produces between 3,000 to 5,000 bags of the compost daily. The company encourages Ghanaian farmers to take advantage of this locally produced product to improve soil health and increase productivity.
In response to concerns raised by farmers about soil depletion caused by plastics and other waste, Mr. Amo-Asamoah noted that KCARP also offers solutions. Farmers are encouraged to retrieve plastic waste, which can be processed into the organic compost, helping to restore degraded soils.
“If you use the organic fertilizer, you can cultivate crops on the same land forever because the compost enriches the soil over time,” Mr. Amo-Asamoah stated. “Instead of spending money moving from one plot of land to another, you can remain on one parcel and grow your crops.”
With growing concerns over soil degradation and farming costs, KCARP’s organic fertilizer offers a viable path toward more sustainable and profitable agriculture.
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