Bedding The Worm Compost Bins - What And How

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Before you can put your worms in, the worm compost bins need to lined up to provide an ideal condition for the worms to feed and breed.

The composter should be lined up with bedding material that would retain moisture. It should also be loosely pile up so that there will be enough air circulation to avoid suffocation to the worms. This could also help the earthworm to move easier in the bin.

First, you put small pieces of gravel or stones in the compost bin as the bottom layer of the bedding of about 1 inch. Then you can add on a thin layer of soil and sand. This will provide a familiar surrounding and atmosphere to the worms which are new to the worm compost bin.

Put in some layers of composted material bedding such as dead or rotten leaves or composted manure on top of this. Horse and cow manure would be suitable. A layer of shredded old newspaper can also be added on.

The bedding material should not be too heaty, otherwise the earthworms will run away or die. The ideal temperature should be below 80F. Heaty bedding material such as those that are high in carbohydrates should be composted first to release the heat before adding them as bedding material. Horse and cow manure has to be cooled off first for a week or so, to release the heat and the gas.

After the heat is released and the material is longer heaty, the material should be well mixed and cut in smaller pieces so that it is easier for the earthworms to digest it.

Moisten the bedding by sprinkling some water over it. The bedding should not be soggy wet, it should just be damp and moist. If it is wet, the earthworms might drown or will move away.

Before putting in the earthworms, you can add on food waste which should be buried or layered under and in between the compost bedding. This can avoid any bad odor. Remember to shred the food in small pieces. Avoid heavy peels of fruit such as lemon or orange or any citrus fruits as the worms don't like hem.

With suitable damp, dark and cool surrounding, the earthworms can be introduced into the bin. The compost bin should be placed in a shed or garages and keep out of sun and rain if the bins are placed outdoors.

About the Author:
Shaz Green is an earthworm farming enthusiast and enjoys helping others in this amazing hobby. For more information and review on the worm compost bins and guide on earthworm farming and composting , please visit http://www.earthwormcompostguide.com



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