For the manure worm/red wiggler, Eisenia foetida, there is strong evidence that protozoans form the basis of their diet. If this is true, it means successful culture requires
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Best Worm Feed To Produce Highest Possible NPK For Vermicompost
“What is the best worm feed to produce the highest possible NPK for the vermicompost?” ~ Joel Adorada Hi Joel, The subject of NPK in vermicompost has always
Plain Paper As Worm Bedding
“I know cardboard makes for good bedding, but what about plain paper. Should this be soaked, shredded etc?” ~ Brad Tisdale Hi Brad, For the other readers, shredded
DID YOU KNOW? – How Worms Maintain Body Temperature
Earthworms cannot maintain a steady body temperature like humans or dogs or cattle. This means their respiration rate rises with increasing temperature. Increasing respiration rates mean increased metabolic
Positioning A Worm Farm – Site Considerations
“What is the best site to put a worm farm on?” ~ Bill Wutke Hi Bill, There are many different types of worm farms. The most common one
Can Red Wigglers & European Crawlers Coexist In The Same Worm Bin?
“Can red wigglers and European Crawlers coexist in the same basic bin?” ~ Jim E Hi Jim, In terms of co-existing alone, the answer is yes. I was
DID YOU KNOW? – How Worms Breathe
Earthworms respire (“breathe”) by absorbing oxygen through their body surface into the body and sending carbon dioxide out. The oxygen dissolves in the mucous on the body surface
How Do You Get Rid Of Ants?
“What do the young worms look like? How do you get rid of ants?” ~ Christine Hi Christine, I’ve mentioned how young worms look like in the earlier
How To Get Rid Of Snails In A Worm Bin
“How can you get rid of snails in a worm bin?” ~ Shane K Snails and slugs usually doesn’t cause harm to a wormery system. In fact snails
Controlling Vinegar Flies & Pot Worms
“I have a worm farm but as a complete novice I am having problems with a lot of bugs. I think they might be vinegar flies and small
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