compost- how did walnuts appear?
I have a vermicompost bin in a covered plastic rubbermaid container in my backyard. There appears to be walnuts in it. At first I thought maybe they were worm cacoons, but I googled photos of them and they do not look anything like that. Any ideas how walnuts could have gotten in a covered compost bin?
Squirrels and chipmunks were my first thought. Take the walnuts out and place them beside the container. The animal will destroy your compose if the walnuts are not where they can find them.
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Class 9th Biology- improvement in food resources.?
Which one is better?
1. Farmyard Manure
2. Compost
3. Vermicompost
4. both 1 and 2
4.both 1 and 2
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HELP! my worm bin is full of flies.?
I started a vermicompost bin a couple weeks ago. Last week there were a few flies but I wasn’t to worried. I just looked today and there’s a whole lot more. And my bin stinks. I only put in a little spinach and bread crumbs in last week. And I made sure I buried it. How do I get rid of those flies. And I thought the bin was supposed to smell earthy, not like disgusting old food.
I put the food under the bedding which is shredded up paper.
Did you cover your recent additions with a layer of dirt? That’s the key to keep it from stinking.
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How do Uncle Jim’s super red wigglers compare to most vermicompost red wigglers?
I’m starting up my second worm bin. The first time around I used uncle jim’s [ http://www.unclejimswormfarm.com/index.php?categoryID=83&show_all=yes ] red wiggler worms. It took about 1000 to make a good bin. This time around, I’m wondering if I should buy his super red worms, and how many I would need to make a good bin. Supposedly, these worms get to be six inches long, but they are a good bit more expensive.
Any thoughts?
Worms are worms. Don’t fall for the scam.
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Would putting a vermicompost bin next to the foundation be enough heat to get through a cold night?
We have a very tiny apartment but would like to start a worm compost bin for our kitchen scraps, however we live in Michigan which means we get below freezing many nights until almost summer. We would like to start the bin soon so we can use it when planting a garden in the backyard. I’ve read they should not get below 50F (10C) and if put in a dark bin would gather heat during the day… Would the residual heat from the house be enough to keep the worms alive over night if the bin was place right next to it or should I wait to start it because we don’t have room inside?
Hi,
You can start a vermicomposting system inside using an 18 gallon rubbermaid tote.
What you read is correct. Composting worms or E. Fetida, are photo phobic, they do not like light. When it comes to bin temperature 50F will slow down their feed rate where as a bin that is at 80F will process contents faster. In an apartment you can keep it warm balancing the carbon and nitrogen based feed.
It can be done inside. I have 3 bins in my house that do not smell due to the aeration of the bin.
Mark
vermiculture, worm tea, vermicompost?
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YUM!!!!
umm…this is generally not considered a drink…not for people…just for plants.
How do you vermicompost in an apartment?
I would like to begin composting but I really don’t know where to begin. I live in a small studio apartment and do not have access to an outdoor composting area so all my composting must take place indoors.
From what I understand about composting, which is very little, vermicomposting is the best method for me. I have been told I can have a composting bin on the counter and a larger one under the kitchen sink to transfer to. But I’m really not sure what I need to get started.
So, here are my questions:
What supplies do I need?
Where do I get worms?
What kind of containers should I get and how do I care for them?
What do I do with the compost once composting is complete.
I guess I really need someone to spell it out for me. I need it explained like I know nothing, which is basically accurate. Please give me as much detail as you possibly can. I really appreciate it.
Thanks in advance!
Holly
To produce proper compost, you will want to use the kind of worms commonly known as Red Wrigglers, and not ordinary field worms from someone’s garden. Red Wrigglers normally live in barnyard manure piles, and feed on fresh organic material. Field worms are better at digesting things that are already well decomposed and aren’t likely to survive in a worm bin on a diet of kitchen scraps.
Your valuable little Red Wriggler worms will live quietly in their dark box. It is unlikely that you will have too much waste to compost as Red Wriggler worms will eat one half their own weight in kitchen scraps and bedding each day, and will reproduce prolifically if their food supply permits it. The castings they produce are incredibly rich fertilizer and look like fine-textured soil. Even a small bin of Red Wriggler worms will yield pounds of rich sweet-smelling compost.
Worm Bin Setup: What size do I need?
The most important thing to keep in mind when choosing a vermicomposting container is that the box should be shallow, and wider than it is tall. The bin should have 60 centimetres squared of surface area for each kilogram of food waste you produce per week. For example, an average size vermicomposting bin for a household of two people is 30 cm high x 40 cm deep x 60 cm long. If you think you produce more vegetable scraps than the average household of two people, then you should consider using a larger bin.
The table (shown) provides a rough guide to help you identify the appropriate size of your bin, based on the number of people who live in your household. Of course, not every person produces the same amount of waste, so think about your specific situation and expect that you may have to experiment for awhile to get the right balance of worms and food.
For each cubic foot of worm bin, plan on using a half-pound of Red Wigglers (about 500, depending on their size).
How to build a worm home
Worms need air to survive. They can live in a plastic bin (such as a Rubbermaid Roughtote) or a wooden box, with several air holes punched or drilled in the sides and top. Monitor the moisture content of the bin, and if you find you have problems with excess water, then add holes to the bottom for drainage. You should cover these holes with mesh or screen to prevent worms from escaping. As well, you will want to place a pan under the bin to catch the drainage water.
You may find it more convenient to have several smaller, more portable units rather than one large one. Save all food scraps and deposit them into the appropriate bin, depending on how quickly each bin is advancing through the stages of decomposition. You are now free to vary the size of the compost bin depending on how much available space you have in your house or apartment.
If you improvise with available containers, be sure you do not use a bin that was once used to store chemicals, such as pesticides, or you may end up with a pile of dead worms.
Location of your worm bin
Your worm bin can be located in a number of places, such as the kitchen, basement or closet. To keep your Red Wrigglers happy, you will need to think about temperature, moisture and ventilation. It is important to allow air to circulate through the bin by leaving the air holes uncovered.
The Red Wrigglers in your bin can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, but they should not freeze or get too hot. The worms will survive in temperatures from 5 degrees C to 32 degrees C but prefer room temperature. Some people move their worms outside to a balcony or the backyard in warm seasons. Outdoor bins should be kept out of the sun and rain. If you keep the worm bin outside in good weather, be ready to bring it in promptly when the temperature drops below 10 degrees C.
Using finished compost
Vermicompost will provide nutrients to your plants and help the soil retain its moisture. When planting your garden in the springtime, incorporate up to 10 cm of finished compost into a seed row. You will rejuvenate your houseplants by adding a handful of compost to the potting soil when transplanting them. You can also simply sprinkle castings around the base of garden flowers. Finished compost can also serve as a top dressing on your lawn.
Vermicompost is organic, rich in nutrients and can be used for any garden project.
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new to vermicomposting: do the worms not like their living situation?
I set up my first vermicompost days ago and have noticed that there are always a significant number of worms near the lid or on the lid, which makes me think that there is something unsatisfactory with the set up of the vermicompost (because wouldn’t they want to be where the food is?) Or do worms just go where ever they please?
Thanks.
Hopefully you put the correct worms in the bin, just any old earthworms won’t work.
I use red wigglers in mine, no issues so far. Here is a running tally I plan to add to as I learn.
http://buy-best-value.blogspot.com/2010/05/worm-factory-worm-composter.html
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