Vermicomposting: The magic of the worms

Vermicomposting is the process of using worms and micro-organisms to turn kitchen waste into nutrient-rich humus.

Next time you find Earthworms or Red wrigglers, don’t kill them rather put them back in the soil and let them convert pieces of organic matter like vegetable wastes and dead leaves into rich humus and thus improve your soil’s fertility.

Vermicomposting is the process of using worms and micro-organisms to turn kitchen waste into a black, earthy-smelling, nutrient-rich humus.Worms turn organic waste into worm castings. These worm castings, combined with partially processed organic matter, form vermicompost.

Benefits -

Composting with worms not only benefits the environment, but also provides a fun experience of producing natural organic fertilizer at home.

Results in nutrient-rich humus which is beneficial for plants.