Best Bedding For Small Scale Worm Composting…
“What is the BEST type of bedding for a beginner to start on a small scale with?” ~ Glen Hine Hi Glen! Thanks for asking, it is back to the basics today! Since we are on bedding, and we have discussed the subject of manure last week, I will also go into what type of food…
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 cardboard makes a great bedding material because it provides a carbon source which can be broken down slowly while it becomes the home for the worms to…
Tree Stump Grind As A Source Of Worm Bedding
“I would like to know your thoughts on tree stump grind as a source of worm bedding. I know it does not have much nutrients. My neighbor has a tree trimming business and offered it to me. Should I check it for toxins? Thanks” ~ Susan Hi Susan, The long story short – wood chips,…
Worm Bedding & Castings
“I love your newsletter. Thanks for taking the time to send it out so often! My question is this: I just started my first worm bin a couple of months ago. Will all of the bedding disappear and turn into castings in time, or will I have to separate the castings from the bedding at…
Formula for Preparing Worm Bedding
“Sir can you give me formula for preparing bedding. I have cow manure and wheat straw. In what % i shell mix to properly compost before use. Want to know c:N ratio in dry cow manure and wheat straw and what is mixing ratio in kg for one tone. Thankyou.” ~ Fajr Sadiq Hi Fajr,…
