How to Attract Compost-Friendly Insects (and Keep Out Pests) for Better Composting and Vermicomposting

How to Attract Compost-Friendly Insects

Ever notice how some bugs love your compost while others just cause trouble? Compost-friendly insects do the real work behind the scenes. Find out how!  Compost-friendly insects do the real work behind the scenes, breaking down food scraps and garden waste so you get rich, crumbly compost. These helpful critters—like worms and certain beetles—are the … Read more

Challenges of Winter Composting with Worms: How to Keep Your Bin Thriving When Temperatures Drop

Challenges of Winter Composting with Worms

 Challenges of Winter Composting with Worms: How to Keep Your Bin Thriving When Temperatures Drop. Learn what to do and when with this handy check list. When winter rolls in, even the worms start shivering—okay, not really, but you get the idea. For vermicomposters, the challenges of winter composting with worms can make you feel … Read more