TY - BOOK AU - Stevens,Crystal TI - Worms at work: harnessing the awesome power of worms with vermiculture and vermicomposting T2 - Urban homesteader hacks SN - 9780865718401 AV - SF597.E3 S74 2017 PY - 2017///] CY - Gabriola Island, BC PB - New Society Publishers KW - Earthworm culture KW - Handbooks, manuals, etc KW - Vermicomposting N1 - Includes Internet addresses; A good garden begins with healthy soil -- The essentiality of worms -- All about worms -- Vermicomposting basics -- Compost and vermicompost designs for your backyard -- Caring for your vermicompost bin -- Harvesting worm castings, making work tea, and garden applications -- Sharing the love in the community and the classroom N2 - "Worms play a vital role in soil health, soil fertility and ultimately, the yield of a garden. Designed as a straightforward, easy-to-use handbook, [this book] is a no-fuss guide to creating and harnessing the power of vermicompost. Intended for the beginning gardener and experienced farmer alike, all that is required is a healthy appreciation for healthy, happy soil!"-- ER -