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Now that winter is well and truly here, it might be worth thinking about taking a few steps to protect your worms from the worst of the cold weather. One of the most beneficial steps to take is to make … Continue reading →

This long awaited tour for novice worm-keepers got off to a prompt (10.00) start at Coastguard Cottage (Sue) with excellent coffee & scones from the bakery. The 8-bike convoy and 2 lab dogs then made two stops at long gardens … Continue reading →

Trials have begun using the Joracomposter JK 125 to assess the effects of pre-composting food waste before being fed to the worms. The company claims that the unit will produce compost in “approximately 6-8 weeks time. The high temperature makes … Continue reading →

It would appear that, unless other evidence comes to light, the New Zealand Flatworms have made a tasty meal of our beloved native Dendrobaena compost worms, right in front of our noses in the recently installed WormsWork wormery at Stenton … Continue reading →

This short film shows the setting up of Stenton Primary School’s wormery last month. The school has enthusiastically embraced the opportunities that the WormsWork project brings to deliver many aspects of the Curriculum for Excellence. The children will be responsible … Continue reading →

This short film shows the setting up of Stenton Primary School’s wormery last month. The school has enthusiastically embraced the opportunities that the WormsWork project brings to deliver many aspects of the Curriculum for Excellence. The children will be responsible … Continue reading →