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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Lifetime Compost Tumbler Review

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bgmrNy4qxv0 Recently I was asked my opinion on the Lifetime Compost Tumbler.  I hadn't heard of it before, but apparently it resides at a number of big box stores and is sold for as little as $100.  You get what you pay for, right? My favorite thing to do is look at customer reviews on Amazon... in this regard, it appears that it's a pain in the butt to assemble.  I'm somewhat surprised as it doesn't look that complicated. What do I like about it?  The metal hinges and ergonomic grips look pretty nice.  In the above video, I like how they casually prop up the door against the shed in the background.  This doesn't make sense to me, as it has a pin on the side (very clever) to…

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