The Mindful Blog — Worm Casting

Vermicomposting, worm farms, and worm castings are popular phrases right now, but what are they really? Keep reading if you are interested in learning about this "organic gold" (Adhikary, 2012). What are Worm Castings?  Worm castings or vermicompost, is essentially manure that is created from composting worms. The worms take food scraps and transform these scraps into“a rich organic soil amendment” (Carr, 2016). These castings are full of microorganisms that can make micronutrients and trace minerals available to your plants. What are the Benefits of Worm Castings? The benefits of worm castings are vast. Studies have shown that “vermicompost-treated soil...

Healthy soil is the foundation of a thriving garden, and as a friend to Mindful Farmer, you already know that organic is the way to go. But are you familiar with the incredible benefits of worm castings? What is Worm Castings? Worm castings are the end-product of a specialized composting process called vermicomposting. Earthworms break down organic waste into a nutrient-rich compost teeming with beneficial microorganisms and micronutrients. These castings are not just waste; they're black gold for your garden! Pretty cool, right?   How it benefits the soil The organic matter and beneficial microbes in worm castings stimulate plant...