Worm BinsWorm BinsPresentation

by Spencer Myers

What is a Worm Bin?What is a Worm Bin?

Decomposing food

Bedding Material Worms

Vermicompost (Vermicast & Compost)

Benefits of Worm BinsBenefits of Worm Bins

Reduces household waste. Produces a rich garden compost and

recycles organic material back to the earth.

Breeds more worms for gardens, fishing or other worm bins.

It’s a fun activity for kids!

Worm Bins vs. Worm Bins vs. Regular Compost PilesRegular Compost Piles

Worm compost is 7 times richer in nutrients.

Worm bins require no turning or watering. The worms do all the work!

How to Set up a Worm BinHow to Set up a Worm Bin

Step 1: Find a bin (shoebox, bathtub).

Step 2: Find a place for the worm bin.

Step 3: Collect worm bedding (newspapers, paper egg cartons, cereal boxes).

Step 4: Shred the bedding materials.

Step 5: Collect kitchen scraps in another closed plastic container.

How to Set up a Worm BinHow to Set up a Worm Bin(continued)(continued)

Step 6: Alternate layers of bedding and worm food about ¼ of the way up the bin.

Step 7: Let the bin sit for a week, if possible.

Step 8: Add the worms.

Step 9: Keep a dry layer of bedding on the top.

Step 10: When chunks of food are gone, continue to add more food and bedding, until you have enough compost.