Vermicompost “is stabilized organic matter, produced by interaction of earthworms and microorganisms under controlled conditions”
—Norman Q Arancon, PhD – University of Hawaii at Hilo
Vermicompost “A Living Soil Amendment”
Consists of ‘worm castings’ plus other organic materials. Besides resembling compost, it has some unique properties:
- High concentration of microbial populations
- Microbial diversity
- Active fungi
- Humic acids
- Plant growth hormones
Benefits of Vermicompost
- Vermicompost has a profound effect on plants
- It helps seeds to germinate more quickly, and develop stronger root systems, so they grow faster
- They grow stronger and have higher yield, more flowers, more fruits, more vegetables
- It decreases attacks by plant diseases and pests
- Increases the soil microbial populations
- And provides micronutrients and increases their availability
- It add organic matter
- It helps soil to absorb and retain water
- VC contains high nutrient concentrations with lower soluble salt levels
- Makes it easier for plant roots to absorb nutrients