4-H Vermicomposting and Earthworms

Authors
Thom Plasse
Elizabeth Sparks
Fiona Davey
Publication Date: August 2021 | Publication Number: AZ1901-2021 | View PDF

Earthworms are a crucial component of the soil food web—the symbiotic network of organisms responsible for soil health and subsequently the health of plants.7 Integrating vermicomposting (composting using earthworms) into a home garden is one of the easiest ways to harness these natural processes to create nutrient-rich soil, helping you grow a beautiful bounty!