Worm farm basics talk

Did you know that more than a third of waste in household red bins is food waste?

Vegetable peelings and many other organic materials can be transformed using a home worm farm into nutrient rich fertiliser perfect for plants.

Get the basics on worm farming in this talk and demonstration from set up and feeding worms to harvesting vermicompost and managing common problems.

Learn practical tips from an experienced worm farmer.

Saturday 23 March 1pm to 2:30pm – book

What you will learn

• Setting up your worm farm
• What to feed them and how much
• How to harvest and use the organic fertiliser
• How to maintain a healthy system

What you will get

• Lecture-style talk and demonstration
• Links and notes via email
• Opportunity for questions

Sydney City Farm educator Annie loves sharing proven techniques for transforming food waste with worm farms in backyards, schools and community gardens.

Please note: This is an outdoor program running at the farm rain or shine, please bring waterproof clothing and shoes in case of wet weather. For the safety of visitors and volunteers events may be postponed or cancelled in extreme weather conditions.