Repurpose an old bathtub, large pot or use a dedicated compost bin, ensure the container allows for adequate drainage, so be sure to drill holes in the bottom.

Key tip; avoid small containers less than 40 liters as there is less room for error.

The right bedding material is a carbon based material options include; coco coir, compost without any fertilizers, newspaper, brown leaves, cardboard, paper, and aged manure.

Key tip: Make sure that any animal manure is well beyond its heat phase as it will kill the worms.

Feeding Your Red Wigglers

Once your red wigglers have settled into their new home, you can start feeding them kitchen scraps. Here's what they'll enjoy:

• Do Feed Them: Fruit and vegetable scraps, coffee grounds, crushed eggshells.
• Avoid: Cooked or processed foods, meats, dairy products, citrus/acidic foods, excessive bread/pasta, oils, and grease.

Moisture Matters

The ideal moisture level in your worm bin should be similar to a wrung-out sponge. To test this, grab a handful of compost and squeeze – only a single drop of water should come out.

Additional Tips:

• Chop kitchen scraps into smaller pieces for faster consumption.
• Start with small amounts of food and increase gradually as your worm population grows.
• Bury the food scraps under a layer of bedding to reduce odor and pests.

Methods:

• Light Harvesting
• Dump and Sort
• Sifting
• Migration or Baiting

Important Considerations:

• Frequency: Harvest depends on your bin size and worm population. Overcrowding is bad for your worms!
• Cocoons: If you see lots of tiny, lemon-shaped cocoons, be extra gentle or postpone harvest to let them hatch.