The division of labor along gender lines is found in all areas. Collection, processing, transportation, and application of all the materials used for soil fertility management is the work of the women. Men are usually involved in using chemical fertilizers and pesticides. Compost Amongst farmers, there is no doubt amongst about the advantages of compost. Without it, they say it would be impossible to grow food as they do now.
Excess water percolates through and moisture retention capacity is improved.
Composting helps to regulate the amount of moisture in each plot according to the farmer's requirements. It reduces and remedies the negative qualities of chemical fertilizer It reduces and remedies 'sourness' in soils. It provides nutrients for plant growth. Types of Compost Compost made only from vegetation is held to be useful for improving aeration and regulating water percolation and moisture retention. Large amounts of leaf litter and green vegetation need to be collected to make this type of compost.