Benefits of vermicomposting
Living the Country Life Radio Program
When you dig into your garden and find earthworms squirming around, that's a good sign that you've got healthy soil. But worms can also help your garden by hanging out in your compost pile. One pound of mature worms can eat up to a half pound of organic material per day, and their castings make great fertilizer for gardens. Learn more in today's radio program.
Radio interview source: Robert Lees, owner, Arpeggio Farms
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Composting: Vermicomposting requires a little more time and effort than regular composting, but you'll see results much quicker when you use worms.
Composting with worms: Learn how many worms you can support with the yard and kitchen waste you compost each week, and how to get started vermicomposting.
Vermicomposting: Read about the climate requirements for composting with worms, the materials you'll need, and the results you can expect.
