Q: I live in an apartment and would like to compost using worms. Can you tell me more about how to get started? A: Composting using worms is called vermicomposting. This type of composting uses worms ...

Worms, kept in a bin of biodegradable bedding, feed on food waste and release castings that are nutrient-rich. Over a period of months, the castings combine with decomposed bedding and become ...

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Worm or not to worm? The spring months in Missouri motivate us to rejuvenate our lawns and gardens after long, dark winters, and nothing sets your garden and plants up for success like vermicomposting ...

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If you’ve ever peeked into your compost bin in winter and wondered where all the worms went, you’re not alone. Many gardeners notice their hardworking worms seem to vanish as soon as the cold weather ...

When compost works well, it helps close a simple loop.

Many gardeners rely on compost to help improve their soils. Taking compost a step further, some gardeners use worms to break down the compost even more. Vermicomposting, or worm composting, uses red ...

Scientists say don’t forget about plants. Climate change is endangering tens of thousands of species Still unsure about composting? Here’s why and how to make ‘black gold’ for the garden Here’s how to ...

If you are looking for a natural way to grow strong plants and have healthy soil, worm castings may be the ‘black gold’ you are looking for. It is a nutrient-rich, sustainable alternative to synthetic ...