Building a Large Worm Farm
Question
March 20, 2022
Five years ago my garden was in the Placitas garden tour. I would like to do an exhibition worm farm, I have been thinking about some thing that’s 24 x 6 x 4‘. It can definitely be smaller. Space I have no idea how to build such a large farm. Is there anyone in your organization that either has a large production like this Or even larger here in New Mexico? I have been asked to have my garden in the tour in September as a legacy garden. Is there someone who can give me some advice. Looking forward to talking to someone from your organization
Answer(s)
Answer by JZ: Great idea! A resource for you would be Sam McCarthy, Santa Fe, NM: doitwithworms.net Also see Worm Sources under Resources in our website menu.
Is the bin you are considering outdoors in the soil ? If so, you could build a wood raised bed frame,
then partially sink it into the soil. The soil would provide some insulation / protection from
temperature extremes. All of my worms are in outdoor containers in Rio Rancho. If you would do a Google search for “outdoor worm bins” then you’ll get some ideas. A phone conversation, if you like might be helpful. Just text me your name / number then I’ll call you back.