A coarser organic fertilizer made from decomposed animal manure and plant material, enhances soil fertility, promotes healthy root development, increases microbial activity, and improves overall plant health.

Vermicomposting involves feeding worms organic waste like fruit and vegetable scraps, coffee grounds, tea bags, crushed eggshells, dry leaves, grass clippings, shredded newspaper, cardboard, and small amounts of plain rice, pasta, or bread. Avoid meat, fish, dairy, oily or greasy foods, citrus, onions, garlic, spicy items, processed foods, pet waste, and synthetic materials. Maintain a balance of "greens" (kitchen scraps) and "browns" (paper, leaves) for a healthy bin.