Calculating the Number of Trolleys of FYM for Indian Farmers

Farm yard manure (FYM) is a valuable organic fertilizer that can improve soil health and crop yields. However, it can be difficult for farmers to know how much FYM to add to their land. This is because the density of FYM can vary depending on its degree of decomposition.

फार्म यार्ड खाद (FYM) एक मूल्यवान जैविक उर्वरक है जो मिट्टी के स्वास्थ्य और फसल की पैदावार में सुधार कर सकता है। हालाँकि, किसानों के लिए यह जानना मुश्किल हो सकता है कि उन्हें अपनी भूमि में कितनी एफवाईएम मिलानी है। क्योंकि FYM का घनत्व इसके अपघटन की डिग्री के आधार पर भिन्न हो सकता है।

To calculate the number of trolleys of FYM to add, farmers need to determine the density of the FYM they are using. Completely composted FYM has a density of about 400 Kg per cubic meter (kg/m3), while incompletely composted FYM has a density of about 600 kg/m3. Once the density of the FYM is known, farmers can calculate the number of trolleys to add by using the following formula:

Number of trolleys = Amount of FYM (MT) / Volume of trolley (m3) * Density of FYM (kg/m3)

For example, if a farmer wants to add 10 MT (10,000 kg) of completely composted FYM to a 1-hectare plot of land, and the trolleys they are using have a volume of 2.2 m3 (5 feet width, 8 feet lenght, 2 feet height), they would need to add about 11-12 trolleys.

Number of trolleys = 10000 kg  / 2.2 m3 * 400 kg/m3 = 11.36 trolleys

Here are some illustrations to help farmers understand how to calculate the number of trolleys of FYM to add:

• A completely composted trolley of FYM would weigh about 880 kg.
• An incompletely composted trolley of FYM would weigh about 1320 kg.

By following these calculations, farmers can ensure that they are adding the correct amount of FYM to their land. This will help to improve soil health and productivity.

Here are some additional tips for farmers who are adding FYM to their land:

• Use a variety of organic materials, such as compost, manure, and crop residues. This will help to create a balanced soil that is rich in nutrients.
• Add FYM in the fall or winter, when the soil is cooler and there is less chance of it burning the plants.
• Incorporate the FYM into the soil by tilling or disking. This will help the FYM to break down and become available to the plants.
• Monitor the soil's organic matter content over time to ensure that it is at an optimal level.

By following these tips, farmers can help to improve the health of their soil and boost crop yields.

I hope this article is helpful for Indian farmers.