VT DEC Compost Center
Worm Composting (Vermicompost)

Why Vermicompost?

General

Is Vermicomposting Better Than Composting
In-depth look at the differences and similiarities.


Vermicompost Education

General

Worm Word Glossary
For Teachers.

The Adventures of Herman
This is a great kids site.

Organics and Composting
Multiple resources for making and using compost and vermicompost.

Making Vermicompost

General

Composting with Red Wiggler Worms
A good concise article.

Getting Started
Step-by-step directions on how to begin worm composting.

Bedding

Worm Bedding (Other than Manure)

Composting Equipment/Aids

The Green Culture, Products for an Enlightened Planet
Vermiculture products and kits

Yelms Earthworm and Casting Farm
Information for equipment for large scale to home composting.

 
Problems

Fruit Flies and Odor
Common problems in a small backyard system.

Industrial Size

Worm Wigwam's Industrial Sized Flow Through Worm System
The basic unit handles 75-150 pounds of food a day making 50-105 pounds of worm castings a day.

 

Using Vermicompost

General

Florida Agricultural Information Retrieval System
Some articles with good text on what to compost, why, and what it can be used for. Click on EDIS detective and type "composting".

 

For more information, contact Anr.Compost@state.vt.us