Biodegradable wastes are those substances that can be broken down by biological processes (like by enzyme or bacterial action). For Examples: cattle dung, cotton, jute, paper, fruit and vegetable peels, leaves etc.

They can be used by farmers in various ways:

a) Cattle dung is used as natural fertilizers for crops and plants. It is also cost-free.

b) Jute can be used to prepare bags for storing grains.

c) Vegetable peels can be used as food for cattle’s. Etc.