One of the most popular composts is vermicompost.
Vermicompost is compost that has been made using earthworms. These earthworms live in soil and eat organic matter. Eisenia foetida is the most common earthworm species. Eudrilus Eugeniae is also a popular choice.
Vermicompost can be prepared in many different ways.
Vermicompost is one of the most versatile.
what is vermicomposting
Basic raw material: Organic material that is grown in the farm, such as leaf fall. Avoid paddy husk and marigold.
Starter:cowdung or biogas slurry, or urine from cattle
Procedure
You can prepare it either in a pit or heap method. It measures 10x4x2feet. You can increase or decrease the length depending on the material, but not the depth.
1st Layer - 1''thick bedding material
Second layer: 9'' thick organic residues finely chaffed
Layer 3:Dung + water equal mixture of the 2''layer
Turning and subsequent staking ensure that proper moisture and temperature are maintained. The 24th day is when 4000 worms will be introduced (1m2=2000worms).
Favorable conditions
pH 6.5-7.5
Moisture:60-70%
Aeration:50% of total pore space
Temperature:18-35degc
Harvesting
Before harvest, stop watering. The compost can be heaped by removing the balls. Next, the material will be sieved in a 2mm sieve.
Take care
Protecting against termites, ants and other pests
Avoid high temperatures