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