Guide to Composting and Worm Farms

What is composting? Compost is an alternative to general waste disposal, and is a fantastic complementary addition to green waste services. It allows for every household to dispose of green waste and food scraps in their backyard. Compost is plant and food matter that is broken down to form micro-organisms and nutrients. Compost acts as a rich natural fertilizer for plants and can be used to improve soil quality. Composting vs. Worm Farms 1 What is a worm farm? A worm farm is an alternative to compost, and is a farm that breeds compost worms. These worms breakdown food scraps. Worm farms are great for families that do not have the space! They are good outside, inside, on a balcony or in a garage. Compost worms covert organic waste into solid castings and nutrient-rich liquid, this is called worm tea. They are a natural fertiliser for your garden, potted plants and vegetable patches.