Some farmers grow wheat, and others milk cows. Then there are places such as Uncle Jims Worm Farm, where these segmented invertebrates are raised to help refresh gardens and eliminate food waste. Worm farms are increasingly popular among gardeners and composters, even those who live in the city.
Worm farming, also known as vermiculture, requires a composting container, usually made from plastic, filled with layers of newspaper or soil. The container often is kept in a backyard, but stores such as Uncle Jims Worm Farm sell specially designed versions for space-constrained people who have to do their composting indoors.
The container is stocked with worms–usually the variety known as red worms or composting worms. If kept at a temperature below 84 degrees and fed a regular diet of organic waste–like leftovers from the kitchen table–these farms can produce a steady stream of compost. By reducing the waste they send to the landfill and producing nutrient-rich fertilizer for the vegetable garden, many worm farmers say they enjoy the hobby and take pleasure in making the planet greener.
Worm farming, also known as vermiculture, requires a composting container, usually made from plastic, filled with layers of newspaper or soil. The container often is kept in a backyard, but stores such as Uncle Jims Worm Farm sell specially designed versions for space-constrained people who have to do their composting indoors.
The container is stocked with worms–usually the variety known as red worms or composting worms. If kept at a temperature below 84 degrees and fed a regular diet of organic waste–like leftovers from the kitchen table–these farms can produce a steady stream of compost. By reducing the waste they send to the landfill and producing nutrient-rich fertilizer for the vegetable garden, many worm farmers say they enjoy the hobby and take pleasure in making the planet greener.
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