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temperature, pH, moisture content - 2008/05/05 20:56 I am a newbie, VERY excited about starting my herd, and had a few questions.

What would you consider optimal ranges for inside bin temperature, pH, and moisture content? I am using an electronic/digital moisture and pH meter. What has been your experience with using this type of meter? Good, bad, indifferent? How often should I check the bin for temp., moisture, and pH?

I have a 10lb. plastic storage tub set up with 1 lb. of red wigglers on the way to arrive this week. I bedded it with moist, shredded newspaper, a couple handfuls of dried leaves, and a couple handfuls of dirt. I have the tub on my covered porch protected from sun and rain.

Thank you in advance for your advice.
Doug McCain
Brighton, TN

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AK Red Neck
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A Mature Breeder Earthworm

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Re:temperature, pH, moisture content - 2008/05/07 00:50 Don't know, never used a meter.
After setting up a bin and adding worms I add a 1-2 inch layer on top of shredded paper. Every other day or so I feel the top layer of paper, if it feels wet I leave the lid off for a day or so, when dry close the lid.
My bins (14 gallon rubbermade) are inside so they stay 60-70 degrees.
Good luck with your herd. Jeremy
Sterling, Alaska

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