In straightforward terms – the castings are a richly nutrient-worm poop — the result of the digestion process of the worms as they break down the material fed to them. The castings are filled with organic material and organisms.
Category Archives: Common Vermiculture Questions
What happens to worms when they die?
Trisha asked a couple of questions recently – What happens to worms when they die? Do you remove them or do they decompose in the soil?
What are the best soil conditions for worms?
Ruth posed a question recently concerning the conditions worms enjoyed …. “I thought worms liked wet conditions. Is it only cold and wet that is bad for them?”
What do earth worms do when it gets really cold out?
Suzanne asked recently, “What do earthworms do when it gets really cold out?” which is a cracking question.
Do worms have mouths?
A question asked recently by Trisha concerned the presence of mouth, eyes and teeth in worms and what they have.
Do worms have mouths?
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