BWF Worm Composting Blog - Expert Advice on Composting with Worms, Using Worm Castings, & More

One of the more intriguing questions we often get about worms is how long do they live. While their primitive nature suggests worms may have a fleeting existence, the reality is that worms can have surprisingly.....

For the longest time, since humans learned that sticking these creatures on a hook and bobbing them in the water could lure fish, it was thought that worms and other such invertebrates could not feel pain—at least not in the way that humans can....

This How to Start a Worm Farm guide offers simple, step-by-step instructions for creating your own worm farm, including how to make a worm farm from scratch or how to buy all of the worm farming accessories you need.....

The question of how many composting worms you need for worm farms, gardens, and raised beds is one of the most common inquiries we get from customers. And the answer depends on the size of the bin or garden and......

Despite their unappealing appearance, the earthworm is a nutritional powerhouse, packed with protein and other essential vitamins and minerals. For chickens, this nutrient-rich option......

Worms can provide the same benefits to indoor plants that they provide to lawns, gardens, and other soils, but there are several key factors (and alternatives!) to consider before adding.....

For those of us with a passion for worm farming at home, scaling up your hobby into a thriving side hustle or full-blown business is an exciting opportunity! This guide is crafted for worm farming enthusiasts ready to expand their at-home operation, and hopefully.....

For home composting with worms, most people use Red Wigglers, Indian Blues, or Nightcrawlers. Having raised millions of all 3 worm composting species, we believe the best worms for composting are......

Worms need a damp, but not wet, environment to thrive. Think about your yard or a local park, if you dig down a few inches the ground is usually moist but not dripping wet. That's the level of moistness you're after in your worm bin.....

Worm castings can be used with existing potted plants, gardens, and lawns, or with new plantings and seedlings. The application and use will differ, though, with castings being mixed into the potting medium for new plantings and....

If you notice that worms are dying or your population has decreased by a significant amount, a possible issue is what's known as protein poisoning (aka string of pearls). This condition is common but can be complex to diagnose, so let’s look at what causes string of pearls and protein poisoning.....

Where to put your worm compost bin is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when entering the wonderful world of vermicomposting.....