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African Nightcrawlers: A great choice for fish bait, pet food and Vermicomposting.

Blog, African Nightcrawlers, How to, Vermicompost / By Amanda

African Nightcrawler (ANC) (Endrilus eugeniae) worms are becoming more widely known in the worm world! Their impressive size, rapid reproduction rate, and ability to quickly transform compost make them an excellent choice for vermicomposting, especially for those who are interested in a worm that is large enough to use as fishing bait or to feed […]

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Why Horse Owners Should Consider Adding Red Wiggler Compost Worms To Manure Piles

How to, Blog, Red Wigglers, Vermicompost / By Amanda

As a horse owner, you know the importance of maintaining a healthy and clean environment for your horses. One aspect of horsekeeping that can often be overlooked is manure management. Horse manure can quickly pile up and become a nuisance, but it can also be an excellent source of nutrient-rich compost for your garden and

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What can you vermicompost? Dog poop?

Blog, How to, Red Wigglers, Vermicompost / By Amanda

Folks are always asking about what can go into vermicompost systems. The short answer is, if it will rot, it will rot in your vermicompost system. Many people ask if pest waste can be disposed of in a vermicompost system. It turns out that the answer is yes – Dog poop can indeed be processed

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Using Vermicompost in Soil for Starting Seeds in the Spring

Blog, gardening, How to, Vermicompost / By Amanda

Using vermicompost in your soil mix when starting seeds indoors can be an easy way to boost plant health while also reducing waste by recycling kitchen scraps into nutrient-rich compost. With its many benefits including improved nutrition, water retention and pest control, it’s definitely worth considering adding this “black gold” to your gardening routine this spring!

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Choosing Worm bedding: How To Vermicompost Part 2

Blog, How to, Red Wigglers, Uncategorized, Vermicompost / By Amanda

This post discusses options, how and why to use bedding in your vermicompost system. This is the second of a 6-part series on getting started vermicomposting. The first post tackled factors to consider in choosing the physical setup for your vermicompost operation. If you’re new to vermicomposting, start here. Otherwise, read on for information and

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Fall garden care: vermicompost application

Blog, gardening, How to / By Amanda

Fall garden care is often overlooked. Fall is the perfect time to get a jump on applying soil amendments, including organic compost and vermicompost (or worm castings). This gives them time to break down over the winter so they’re ready to work into the soil come spring. Benefits Of Using Vermicompost Or Worm Castings Worm

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Choosing Your Vermicompost Bin Setup: How To Vermicompost Part 1

Blog, How to, Red Wigglers, Vermicompost / By Amanda

Wondering how vermicomposting works and why you should start doing it? This is the first of a five part series on the basics of how to start a vermicompost system for anyone new to the hobby. This post will explore considerations in choosing the best vermicompost bin setup for your needs!

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