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MILD LAB RICE WATER FERMENTATION FOR PLANT GROWTH

[Puvaneswari A/P Kuppusamy] 

[SJK(T) Ladang Buloh Akar]

Excessive use of chemical fertilizers has led to soil degradation, water pollution, and long-term harm to ecosystems. As concerns about environmental sustainability grow, there is increasing interest in natural alternatives. This experiment explores the potential of mildly fermented rice water as an eco-friendly fertilizer. While unfermented rice water contains beneficial nutrients, its impact may be limited. By adding natural fermenting agents like milk or tempe, fermentation boosts microbial activity and nutrient availability. This study investigates the optimal fermentation period (1–3 days) and evaluates the effects on plant health, growth rate, and nutrient uptake. Results show that mild fermentation enhances the fertilizing properties of rice water, making it a promising, sustainable alternative to synthetic fertilizers.

Keywords: fertilizers , ecosystem , pollution , fermenting , nutrient.