The Worm Farmer's Handbook - 9781603587792
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Choice Reviews, Outstanding Academic Title Techniques and systems for processing food scraps, manure, yard debris, paper, and more Turning waste into wealth sounds too good to be true, but many worm farmers are finding that vermicomposting is a reliable way to do just that. Vermicast-a biologically active, nutrient-rich mix of earthworm castings and decomposed organic matter-sells for $400 or more per cubic yard. Compare that to regular compost, sold at about $30 a cubic yard, and you'll see why vermicomposting has taken root in most countries and on every continent but Antarctica. Vermicomposting is also one of the best sustainable solutions for organic waste management. Vermicomposting manure and crop wastes on farms improves crop yields while reducing demand for off-farm inputs. Vermicast has higher nutrient levels and lower soluble salt content than regular compost, and it improves soil aeration, porosity, and water retention. Plus, vermicast suppresses plant diseases and insect attacks. Municipalities, businesses, community gardens, schools, and universities can set up vermicomposting operations to process food residuals and other waste materials. The Worm Farmer's Handbook details the ins and outs of vermicomposting for mid- to large-scale operations, including how to recycle organic materials ranging from food wastes and yard trimmings to manure and shredded office paper. Vermicomposting expert Rhonda Sherman shares what she has learned over twenty-five years working with commercial worm growers and researchers around the world. Her profiles of successful worm growers across the United States and from New Zealand to the Middle East and Europe describe their proven methods and systems. This book digs into all the details, including: Choosing the right production system Regulatory issues and developing a business and marketing plan Finding and managing feedstocks Pre-composting: why and how to do it Monitoring an active worm bed Harvesting, screening, testing, packaging, and storing vermicast Markets for earthworms and vermicast Food security: how vermicast benefits soils and plants Keys to success: avoiding common pitfalls From livestock farms and restaurants to colleges, military bases, and prisons, Sherman details why and how commercial-scale vermicomposting is a fast-growing, sustainable solution for organic waste management. The Worm Farmer's Handbook is the first and only authoritative how-to guide that goes beyond small-scale operations and demystifies the science and logistics of the fascinating process that is vermicomposting.
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Publisher
Chelsea Green Pharmacy Publishing Co
ISBN-13
9781603587792
eBay Product ID (ePID)
8046578719
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Number of Pages
256 Pages
Publication Name
The Worm Farmer's Handbook: Mid- to Large-Scale Vermicomposting for Farms, Businesses, Municipalities, Schools, and Institutions
Language
English
Publication Year
2018
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Natural Science
Format
Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
254 mm
Item Weight
608 g
Item Width
178 mm
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United States
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- i***i (2237)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseItem better than described. Well packaged and a great price. With free postage & for a great charity & cause too. Was sent from Thetford - Walmington-On-Sea, Dad's Army. Terrific seller 5******29 x Thunderbirds Comics 1991/1992 #1-30 + Poster Magazine Bundle (#156810847494)
- n***c (119)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseThe Buyer was extremely patient with me when I got them the payment. The item was exactly as described and at a great value as well. The packaging was great, and the shipping was decent for coming overseas. I highly recommend this seller, especially since the funds went to charity!The Babadook - Second Sight Films - Ltd Edition 4K UHD & Blu Ray book and cards (#156625784082)