Worm Farming Guide

Vermicast - the rich compost produced by worms - is one of nature’s most powerful soil amendments. We like to call worm castings the “Elixir of Life", because we see the difference they make every day at KoruKai Herb Farm.

Over the past 15 years, we have managed multiple worm farms, from small-scale urban systems to larger farm-based operations. Through our gardening workshops, we have also spoken with many gardeners who want to start worm farming but are unsure how to keep their worms healthy and productive. There is a lot of conflicting information available in books and online, so we decided to share what we have learned through years of hands-on experience, observation and research.

This 70-page brings together practical techniques, research and our own experience to help you successfully establish and maintain a thriving worm farm - whether you are living in the city, growing food at home, managing a lifestyle block or farming on a larger scale.

We have read dozens of...