wormwrangler
User
A Juvenile Earthworm
| Posts: 29 |   |
|
Re:Really New to Worms - 2008/05/10 22:39
Well Connie we have 52 4x8 bins, and a bunch of other different things filled with worms like an old water trough, bathtub, lil kids swimming pools, tote containers, old ice chests, and even a few of the those stackable tray types.
We probably spend about an hour every evening watering, feeding, and general care for our herd. The hard work is loading and unloading their food, and then harvesting the castings. Usually we pick a weekend to harvest the castings, then invite my 5 boys and some friends for a BBQ beer bash and get it all done in a couple days.
The castings really sells it self. We learned to give out samples that have directions for use. We strongly encourage them to try it out, and tell the not to worry about how much they use as it wont hurt any plants. They will be back in a month or so wanting alot more of what your offering believe me. 
When it comes to horse manure that has dewormer of any type, and you think it might be in the manure you want to feed to your herd. I would recommend that you compost it for at least 90 days, then rinse it before feeding it to the herd.
The rinsing we do even if it is fresh, as it rinses out the excess salts and ammonia, and also moistens it thoroughly. But that is just the way we do it. Experiment with it, and come up with a way that works for you. Most of all have a bunch of fun!
I hope you have a great time, and make some cash in the future as your herd grows. 
Wormwrangler
Worm Wrangler |
New Forum Topics 
