Using worms to compost kitchen garbage is a win

In other words, why would I use worms for food waste composting? It has a plethora of excuses!

• In one-third the time that it takes other typical composting processes, compost worms will convert your food waste.
• Your plants supply your plants with free fertilizer.
• That is something you’ll never have to buy fishing worms again.
• Your efforts to keep organic waste out of landfills are commendable.

 

Even if you go to office parties and holiday get-togethers, you’ll always have a terrific conversation starter. Don’t go thinking that I won’t get my point across!

There are certain essential things you should know if you want to be a new worm parent. It is important to realize that raising worms is not something to take lightly. Even while they may not move around much, they are still live organisms, much like us or our dogs. You should care for them.

It’s important that your worms have a suitable habitat to live in.

Maintaining a temperature range between 58 and 78 degrees Fahrenheit is critical. In cold weather, compost worms will die if you allow them to freeze or if you keep them at or below 50 degrees for extended periods of time.

In order to maintain optimal air circulation around your worm bin, it is necessary to keep the lid open at all times. A warm garage or basement is the perfect area to situate your worm bin. Other than the main trash bin, you can also utilize an out-of-the-way area, such as a storage closet or even the kitchen, to house the trash can.

If the bin is cared for properly, it will not smell. When you open the lid or put your face next to the bin, the only aromas you should sense are. But even then, it should smell of mushrooms or damp earth. Rancid should be avoided, but not an overly strong decomposing scent.

The first step in raising worms is to select an appropriate habitat in which to keep them. After that, for three to six weeks, you will need to weigh your food waste every week to monitor their growth.

After three or more weeks, calculate how much garbage your household creates, based on their daily habits. The number of worms purchased will show you how much waste your food produces. Around three to four pounds of vegetable waste is created by each American family of four per week.

Newly appointed refuge workers will require a bin or house to provide them. Choosing the type of worm bin to use is quite an extensive process.

I like a tote set with a clear plastic tote and another tote placed inside, which has a drainage hole placed into the side to get rid of any liquids that may have accumulated in the tote. It is beneficial as a compost tea and can be used to feed plants. Worm bins commercially available will contain everything you need ready to go, including set-up and basic care instructions.

The truth is that if you’re seriously interested in starting a worm composter, I highly urge that you purchase and read “Worms Eat My Garbage” by Mary Appelhof cover to cover. In the original publication of this book, it was first released in 1979. (Appelhof passed in 2005). Even though it has been reprinted many times, it is still available. This is why there is a vermicomposting book out there: it truly is the definitive guide to the art of composting worms.

This has simply dealt with the basic necessities required to keep a worm bin. Instead of only satisfying the environmental parameters and buying a bin, you need educate yourself on vermicomposting. You will also need to know all about worms, their sex lives, what types of trash they will eat, and how to dry castings.

For the experience and the sensation of accomplishment, allowing worms to eat your food scraps is a lot of fun.

Summary:
Worms will convert your food waste into compost in one-third the time it takes other traditional methods. The environment your worms will need to live has a few requirements, such as temperature and ventilation. Worms can be reared for up to six weeks before they’re ready to eat. Worms eat your food scraps can be very enjoyable and give you a sense of pride in knowing you have a zero-waste stream coming out of your kitchen. Read the book to learn more about vermicomposting before buying a worm bin.