How do I harvest my worm castings?
One extremely simple method of harvesting worm castings is by scooping them out. Using a small trowel, scoop out the finished castings from the “resting” side of your worm bin into a bucket. That’s it!
How often do you harvest worm castings?
and a half months to every six months
Castings can be harvested anywhere from two and a half months to every six months, depending on how many worms you have and how much food you’re giving them. There are several harvesting methods.
How do you harvest worm castings from tray?
Gently dump out your worm tray on to a clean, stable surface and build mounds of castings. In about twenty minutes, the worms will burrow down to the bottom and away from the sides to escape the light. You can then scrape off the tops and sides of the pile, working in, until only small piles remains.
Should you turn your worm farm?
In traditional composting turning is necessary to introduce air and mix the ingredients properly. The waste breaks down and releases water, food waste especially will start to clump together and get matted down.
How do you know if your worms are happy?
But how do you know if your compost worms are happy and content? You can tell that compost worms are happy and healthy if they multiply and produce compost that does not stink. The key to happy and healthy compost worms is to give them a good home, adequate food, and maintain the right conditions in the compost bin.
What do I do when my worm farm is full?
If you are feeding your worms too much, the excess food will go anaerobic and begin to smell. Stop feeding them for a few days or even a week and sprinkle the contents of the top tray with a teaspoon full of Tumbleweed Worm Farm & Compost Conditioner, then mix it in with a small fork or spike.
How often should worm bedding be changed?
After worms are added, bedding should be kept moist but not soggy and the top 6 to 8 inches turned every 7 to 10 days to keep it loose. About every 6 to 9 months the old bedding should be replaced with properly prepared new bedding. To change bedding, remove the top 5 or 6 inches (where most of the worms are).
What is worms favorite food?
Worms love lettuce, kale, Swiss chard, to name a few of these vegetables. Be sure to cut these scraps down into small pieces or even food process them. Remember to thoroughly rinse off all hot spices, sauces, oils, dressings, and cheeses because they can harm your vermicomposting project.
How long can you leave a worm farm unattended?
Your worms can be left alone for about three to four weeks without any help. Before you leave, provide them with a freezer bag or two full of food scraps and distribute it evenly around the bin.
What are the little white bugs in my worm farm?
These tiny little insects are springtails, or Collembola, and they’re usually found in areas with high moisture and decomposing organic debris, such as soil, leaf litter, and decaying vegetable matter. They can also be found in compost piles, mulch, beneath logs and rocks, and under potted plants.