How to Make a Fruit Fly Trap For Under Two Dollars (video)

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AKYaalD9HGE Do you ever have a problem with fruit flies in the warmer months?  From time to time, my worm composting system tends to attract them and I wanted to share with you how I handle them.  I don't think this is an uncommon occurrence and the solution is easy and cheap. Before creating the trap, my first suggestion is to pay attention to moisture levels, as fruit flies are attracted to moisture.  It's a bit tricky though, because your worms consist mostly of water and need it to survive.  An easier route is to stop adding food to the worm system for a week or two, and add a layer of fresh shredded cardboard and paper on top. Another way to handle the fruit flies is to get them…

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EZ How to Make a FREE Worm Factory (video)

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9r7eEPfGjR8 This dude has the right idea!  While I doubt this works as well as an actual Worm Factory (short, stacking trays), it's still a great start to see what you think of vermicomposting. This is more or less the same process as building your own worm bin from a Rubbermaid tub.  If you use 2 tubs (the bottom tub is for collecting leachate), it will basically function in the same manner as this. In my experience, worms do better in a shallow environment, so a short Rubbermaid tub would most likely outperform a bucket... however, whichever you can get your hands on is the best for you.  Go to any grocery store and ask for some food grade plastic buckets (food grade means the plastic doesn't leach into the…

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