As the name suggests, Vermibed is the bedding (bed) of earthworms (vermes). It is the medium through which compost technology is used nowadays. Being light the product is not only easy to install but is also used to enhance the aeration control. The product is mainly referred by agricultural farmers willing to enjoy higher yields by using vermi compost.

Preparation Of Vermi Compost Bed

• A layer of moist soil is placed above a thin layer of coarse sand and broken bricks.
• Earthworms are put in the soil. Around 150 earthworms are introduced in a vermi bed having a thickness of 20cm.
• Fresh cow dung is randomly placed over the material.
• It is layered with dried leaves, waste biomass, and chopped straw.
• Care is taken not to make the product too dry or wet. To keep away birds, the pit is covered with jute bags or coconut leaves.
• No plastic sheets…