Compost worms

How many compost worms do I need to get my vermicomposter off to a good start?

Worms will self-regulate in their environment, depending on the space and food they have available, as well as on the temperature. Although the compost worm population will increase over time, it's still important to start with the right quantity of worms. What we recommend for an optimal start:

• For 2 people: 250g compost worms
• For 4 people: 500g compost worms
• For 6 to 8 people: 1000g compost worms

What are the right worms? What kind of compost worms should I use in my vermicomposter?

We don't breed the Dendro (Dendrobaena veneta or Eisenia hortensis), which has a very elusive temperament and is less efficient at vermicomposting. It's much less efficient at composting, but still makes excellent fishing bait. Our compost worms belong to the Eisenia andrei (or Eisenia foetida) species, the most commonly used of the 3 or 4 species used for vermicomposting worldwide, as they are found on every continent. They are hardy to extreme conditions, gobble up more than half their weight per day, and their intestines, a veritable little waste transformation factory, also reduce the formation of odors and pollution that some waste may contain.

Where to find compost worms :

Buy your compost worms from specialized retailers such as "vermicompost farms" or from people who already have a vermicomposter. Avoid "fish stores" or retailers offering a mixture of different worm species. Since 2007, we've been producing our little friends above-ground(thus avoiding other invasive and incompatible species) and we guarantee their efficiency with all vermicomposters.
As mentioned above, the species used and the right quantity of worms at start-up are essential to the proper functioning of your vermicomposter.