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Earthworms are very important to decomposition processes that occur naturally with dead organic matter. Without earthworms, it would take a long time for bacteria and fungi alone to convert this matter into usable plant nutrients. Worm casting (a.k.a. vermicomposting) is the entire process of recreating natural worm decomposition in a streamlined form, producing nutrient-filled worm excrement (a.k.a. casts or vermicompost). Worm casts are several times richer in inorganic material, such as phosphates and nitrogen, than topsoil. Also, beneficial bacteria in the worm’s digestive tract, which enhance organic decomposition, have been found in much higher amounts in the ejected worm casts than in organic material that hasn’t been ingested. Since an earthworm can produce its own weight in casts within 24 hours, worm casts are one of the most efficient and nutritious fertilizers currently known. Worm casting improves decomposition by creating the best suitable environment for worms and bacteria to break down organic material. Here are a few factors that can affect the quality of your vermicompost:
If you follow the above guidelines for producing good compost, you and the worms should be very happy gardening together.