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So you have decided to start your own worm farm. Maybe you want the compost or perhaps you want a constant supply of bait or live food for your other pets. Whatever your reason is, you will need to decide on the type of bin you will use to grow your worms.
You can actually buy worm growing bins at some garden centers or from farming supply stores. They come in all shapes and sizes. However, if you want to save some money you can build your own bin.
First of all, you should decide on the size of your bin. You can determine the size by calculating the amount of waste you will use for feeding. You will need to allow one square foot for each pound of waste. Your bin should be between six to twelve inches deep.
A plastic container of some sort works just as well as a wooden box. Just don’t use a metal container since iron or chemicals could possible leach into your worm farm and kill your worms. Wood is the most popular is it is the easiest to aerate so most farmers choose wooden boxes instead of plastic containers. The plastic ones allow moisture to build up which might be a bad thing for your worms.
Once you have determined the size of your worm bin, you will need to prepare it properly before adding your worms. Drill holes through the top of it to allow for adequate air flow. For the bottom, you can drill holes which will allow for excess water to drain out. You could also install a spout in the bottom of your worm bin which you can open periodically to drain out built up water.
If you are going to use the spout method, you will need to place a raised shelf in the bottom of your bin so the water can drain down and accumulate without being in contact with the soil. You can make the shelf out of slats or screening. If you do use screening make sure the mesh is small enough that your worms cannot get through. You should also attach this screening to the top of your worm bin so your worms will not escape.
Now you are ready to add your bedding material. You will want to mix paper products with soil. You can make bedding from soil mixed with shredded newspapers and cardboard that has been soaked in water, or use damp leaves and soil.
Take care when choosing the location for your worm bin. Try to keep the temperature between 72 degrees and 75 degrees. Keep it away from areas where it will collect run off rain water.
Now that you have your worm bin set up and outfitted with bedding, you are ready to add your worms. It is best to feed them minimally until they are fully established into your farm.
To get more worm farm tips and resources please visit Howto-Worm-Farm.com
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New York welcomes first museum to celebrate pro sports
AFP - Admission to the multimedia venture — set at 27 dollars for adults and 20 dollars for children — gives visitors access to hundreds of sports memorabilia, … |
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Memorabilia market for steroid-tainted ballplayers dries up
Medill Reports, IL - by Justin AK Amoah Many sports memorabilia dealers says they had a bad feeling three years ago when former Chicago Cubs slugger Sammy Sosa appeared before … |
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Historic Jackie Robinson Court Martial Papers in Auction
News-antique.com (press release), NY - "Truly special pieces of sports memorabilia cross into the realm of American history. Perhaps no offering of sports memorabilia is more powerful than these … |
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Police blotter - May 7, 2008
Fort Mills Times, SC - By Staff Reports A Fort Mill Township man's jewelry and sports memorabilia was stolen from his home on Sixth Baxter Crossing Thursday, April 3, according to … |
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St. Mary's Hall will house sports memorabilia store
South Shore Now, Milwaukee - By John Rondy St. Mary's Hall, 1234 Manitoba Ave., likely will become home to a sports memorabilia business under a special-use agreement recently approved … |
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Bevy of sports memorabilia auction for youth charity
KPTM-TV, NE - (AP) - Nebraska sports greats have come through for area youth by donating items sold at the annual Youth Auction held by St. Mark's United Methodist Church … |
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Independent and Minor League Sports News
OurSports Central (press release), WI - Sports fans from across the area bid early and often Saturday at the UCP Sports Memorabilia Auction on City Island. The 22nd annual event raised … |
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Autographed collectible sports - Signature worth more than money.
Live-PR.com (Pressemitteilung), Austria - 27.04.2008 01:36:27 Autographed collectible sports is all about the sports memorabilia which have been autographed by leading players. … |
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Sports Museum looks for a hit on Broadway
Downtown Express - The museum will open 45000 square feet of space next week, including 4000 square feet of retail for sports merchandise and memorabilia and an … |
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