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Collective worm composting
Beauvais-Diffusion (a Plastic Omnium subsidiary) manufactures and distributes collective vermicomposters: the Lombri'Coll 400 and 660 L. A new solution to the practice of composting at the foot of a building, collective vermicomposting is aimed at homes of 5 to 15 households. Worm composters from Plastic Omnium's range of wheeled bins have been adapted for this specific use, in partnership with Sigmatech, Plastic Omnium Environment's Research and Development Centre, and Vers La Terre. Collective vermicomposting is not only an ecological gesture that fosters a relationship with living organisms and makes it more direct, but also a unifying practice that generates social ties and a reflection on our consumption patterns. Training solutions are developed by Thierry Sin, our local authority manager. The City of Paris offers Lombri'Coll at the foot of buildings and in schools. The applications are numerous: canteens, retirement homes, local authorities..
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Ecology and Earthworms
"Are chemical fertilizer manufacturers unaware that earthworms do their job better than they do?
Read moreThe Importance of Earthworms
Claude and Lydia Bourguignon present their diagnosis of the state of our soils, and their conclusion is rather alarming.. Source : Association Planète Urgence http://www.planete-urgence.org/association/article_3592_.htm
Read moreSorting Waste Creates Social Links
At Chilvert in the Vienne department, the whole neighborhood comes together to dispose of their waste. The message has got through, and there's plenty of conviviality in the neighborhood!
Read moreTowards the Earth! From Human to Humus
Organic matter, from household waste to green waste, is composted to improve the soil, our earth.
Read moreChickens in the city..
Ideas for reducing waste are multiplying! After compost worms, maybe you could adopt a chicken or two! Click on the following link to find out more: http://www.come4news.com/cologie-top-mode-les-poules-en-ville-221526
Read moreAre my worms in a ball?
It's always difficult to fully understand the behavior of our worm friends, but someone's been looking into the matter..
Read moreUrban Collective Compost
You don't have to live in the countryside to compost! In town, too!
Read moreEuropean Week for Waste Reduction: Want to Take Action?
Every year, over a period of 9 days, the European Week for Waste Reduction aims to organize awareness-raising actions on waste reduction throughout Europe. This year it will take place from November 17 to 25, 2012.
Read moreUrban gardening: We talk about it
"The farm in all its forms"Everyone agrees: there's nothing better for your health, the planet - and your wallet... than the vegetables you grow yourself!..
Read moreNeed ideas to reduce waste?
For some people, reducing waste means changing their lifestyle, while for others it's a natural reflex.
Read moreAmerican airport goes worm-eaten
Setting up vermicomposting at a modern airport in the USA
Read moreAn invitation to become lay experts, on the move towards human development
A reflection on the values of Vers La Terre.
Read moreWorms in my house...never! (said Véronique)
Worms at home (in my kitchen) never! said Véronique, a month later... she adopted the gesture.
Read moreWelcome to the land of worm composting!
You've taken the plunge and your vermicomposter is proudly installed in your home - congratulations! Installing and starting up this eco-system is a unique experience, best enjoyed with the whole family. Children are curious and adventurous, and love the little critters!
Read moreHello everyone!
Welcome to our Vers La Terre blog.This is the first post on our new site!A clear, easy-to-use site: all the information you need to get started with vermicomposting and follow the development of this eco-citizen gesture in France!
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