:INFO What Vermicomposting Produces Red wigglers (Eisenia fetida) process organic kitchen waste into worm castings, one of the most nutrient-dense soil amendments available. A mature bin with 500 g of worms processes roughly 250 g of food scraps per day. The finished castings improve soil structure, water retention, and microbial life far beyond what standard compost achieves. :COUNTER.half 500 Grams :PATH Build or Buy the Bin A simple two-tray stacking system works best for beginners. | :INFO Build or Buy the Bin A simple two-tray stacking system works best for beginners. Drill 6 mm holes in the bottom of each tray for drainage and worm migration, and small ventilation holes around the upper sides. The bottom tray collects leachate (liquid runoff) which you can :PATH Prepare the Bedding Fill the first tray about two thirds full with moistened bedding. | :INFO Prepare the Bedding Fill the first tray about two thirds full with moistened bedding. Shredded newspaper, cardboard torn into strips, or coco coir all work well. Bedding should feel like a wrung-out sponge: damp but not dripping. Add a small handful of garden soil to :PATH Feed Correctly Bury food scraps under the bedding rather than leaving them on top. | :INFO Feed Correctly Bury food scraps under the bedding rather than leaving them on top. Worms eat fruit and vegetable scraps, coffee grounds, tea bags, crushed eggshells, and cardboard. Avoid meat, dairy, oily foods, and citrus in large quantities. Feed in small amounts and :CHECKLIST Common Mistakes to Avoid [ ] Do not overwater: excess moisture creates anaerobic odor [ ] Do not overfeed: uneaten food rots and attracts pests [ ] Keep the bin between 15 C and 25 C for optimal worm activity [ ] Never add onions or garlic in large amounts: worms avoid them [ ] Do not expose the bin to direct sunlight [ ] Cover food scraps with fresh bedding every time you feed :NOTE Harvesting Castings After 3 to 4 months the original bedding will have transformed into dark, crumbly castings. To harvest, push all the material to one side and add fresh bedding and food to the other side. Worms migrate toward the food over 2 to 3 weeks, leaving the finished castings largely worm-free and ready to collect. :LINK https://www.redwormcomposting.com Red Worm Composting: in-depth guides, troubleshooting, and beginner resources