Composting and Worm Farming Workshop
Description
Worm farms and composting, simplified!
Presenters: Emma Vosnacos and Chris Watts from the North Perth Community Garden
Whether you have tried and failed at worm farming and composting, or are experienced and may have a few more questions, The City of Vincent invites you to come along to this practical, supportive, hands-on style workshop to learn about the basic principles of successfully
Composting and worm farming
Processing and using your organic waste at home.
This workshop will be tailored to the participants, including for those who may be living in larger multi-unit apartment buildings, as well as people in single homes, or on large blocks. Learn to understand and adapt basic principles to your lifestyle and circumstances.
Topics covered:
Why set up a worm farm or composting system?
Universal principles of processing organic matter
Bokashi bins, worm farms, compost bins & bays
Do’s and don’t’s of composting and worm farms
Pest and vermin control
Troubleshooting common problems
Preference is given to City of Vincent Residents. As this event is held outdoors at the North Perth Community Garden, please wear sun-smart clothing, hat, closed in shoes such as sneakers or boots. Please BYO water bottle. Light morning tea refreshments will be provided during a short break.
FAQs
- I have never set up a home or apartment composting system or worm farm before- will this workshop be relevant and easy for me to understand?
Yes! This workshop is being presented by experienced community members from the North Perth Community Garden who will tailor the session to meet the needs and interests of the group. The workshop has hands-on components to maximise involvement and learning.
- I already know how to set up and use a home or apartment composting system or worm farm- will this workshop still be relevant or useful for me?
Yes! This workshop is being presented by experienced community members from the North Perth Community Garden who will tailor the session to meet the needs and interests of the group, including those who are already skilled in composting and worm farming. The workshop has hands-on components to maximise involvement, learning and community connection.
- Do I need to bring anything?
As this workshop is presented outdoors at the North Perth Community Garden, please wear weather appropriate, comfortable and sun smart clothing and closed-in shoes (eg. sneakers).
Please bring a hat, sunglasses, reusable water bottle, plus gardening gloves if you have some.
If you wish to write any notes during the workshop, please bring a notebook and pen
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