Red Worm Composting in the Wintertime

Red Worm Composting in the Wintertime

Red worms typically need warmer temperatures to be able to compost; however, what do we need to do during the winter period to keep them in more temperate conditions for them to continue composting? How can we do red worm composting in the wintertime? Winter composting is achievable as long as you are aware of how to take special care of the needs of your red worms. The moment winter begins, the red worms can feel the cold climate because the worm bin starts to absorb the cold temperature. When…

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Fishing With Red Worms

Fishing With Red Worms

One of the best baits for fishing is the red worm and in this article I’m going to provide some tips for fishing with red worms that will make you a much more effective angler. I was introduces to the red worm by my fishing mentor in central Pennsylvania. Before being introduced to red worms I always used night crawlers for fishing. My mentor enlightened me to the fact that these worms can be much better bait than night crawlers for fishing, especially in certain situations. This type of worm…

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How To Distinguish Red Worms

Is It Good To Use Red Worms For Composting?

The physical make of red worms are actually small in size. That’s because they are epigeic (they belong in a specific ecological group). Not only are they surface dwellers (unlike the nightcrawlers that like burrowing under the ground), they also survive by feeding on organic and decomposing materials. Yes, you’ve read it right. Red composting worms are capable of eating your household litters, and turning these into a nutritious source of natural compost (an available food source for your garden or farm). These red wiggler worms also stand alone on…

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