A worm composting system harnesses red compost worms and a forest floor ecosystem to convert kitchen scraps and shredded paper into worm castings, one of the best organic fertilizers you can get.
Study step-by-step methods for successful worm composting at home. Learn what kinds of bins to use, how to set them up, what to feed the worms, how to harvest the worm compost and uses for worm compost.
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We’re taking a deep-dive into the world of vermicomposting. What do worms eat? Or rather, what don't worms eat is the better question...
Worms aren’t just for fishing bait anymore. The art of vermicomposting (using worms to produce compost) and vermiculture (raising and breeding worms) has reached new heights of popularity in recent times. Both environmentalists and gardeners (or anyone who is both) are finding them to be the cheapest, simplest, and space-efficient way to reduce garbage and […]
Composting with worms is a great way to recycle your kitchen waste and make compost for your garden. Check out how and what to feed composting worms.
Learn what types of composting worms work best in your worm bin and why you can't use regular garden worms to recycle organic waste.
Red Wigglers are one the best worms you can use in any composting system. These worms can easily consume up to their body weight every 24 hours, in optimum conditions. They produce nutrient filled worm castings (vermicompost), an excellent all natural fertilizer and soil amendment for gardens, plants and grow beds.
by Adam Tomash, copyright MOFGA, 2007 This article describes a system for processing waste vegetable matter with red wiggler worms (Eisenia fetida). It begins with construction directions for two worm bins and their base and ends with a list of materials and tools needed. This worm composting system has the following advantages: It is made […]
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Vermicomposting (composting with worms) is a fast way to make fabulous, nutrient-dense compost at home with simple kitchen scraps.
Caring for worms is not difficult. This article will teach you how to care for your composting worms and your worm composting bin.
Here's a step-by-step guide on how you can turn yard waste, eggshells, and other kitchen scraps for apartment composting.
What types of food scraps should you put in your worm bin? Find out everything you need to know about feeding your composting worms right here!
Fun Facts About Worms and Composting
Unlock the secrets of successful indoor composting – learn what, when, and how to feed composting worms indoors to keep your in-house wigglers thriving!
Photo courtesy of iStockphoto/Thinkstock Worms can be picky, too! While your compost worms can survive on a limited diet, the larger variety of food you provide them, the more diverse and nutrient-rich their castings will be. Not to mention, they’ll be healthier, too. Follow these feeding do’s and don’ts for safe vermicomposting and happy worms. […]
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Vermiculture - Raising Worms. Learn how to raise red wiggler worms inside or out. Make the best fertilizer for your vegetable garden. How to set up and harvest worm castings.
