The species of worms used for vermicomposting are epigeic, meaning they prefer to stay near the surface. There will be a few that wander down or some that hatch from below, but the concept of continuous flow systems should minimize the number of worms near the bottom. Also, the cutting bar is rather blunt, not sharp, and it moves quite slowly, so it is more likely that any worms in the cutter's path are actually nudged out of the way and not actually cut. Thanks for the question and thanks for viewing!
@@tools.for.vermiculture i know some continious flow systems that use red wigglers and european nightcrawlers. The wigglers first decompose the raw material and the crawlers do the rest. They do stay at the bottom. I believe this to be superior to just having wigglers...
Hello i want to try vermicompost this year. I have one question, can I use Asian jumper worm , instead of using the other worms which people normally do? The reasons is because i have lots of jumper worm in my garden.. Your answer will be appreciated , Thankyou
For continuous flow process you need to use a composting worm, not earthworm. Some jumpers can be used for composting but they burrow down deep so they are not suitable for the continuous flow process.
Depending on where you live Asian Jumpers are invasive. They may be good for your garden but are actually destructive in forests and natural habitat. If you have Asian Jumpers in your garden you should do everything you can to prevent them from getting out.
Hi IADL, we've had a number of inquiries from the UK about exporting to there. Please check for more information on our website at www.michigansoilworks.com, then contact me to discuss how we might proceed. Thanks for your interest!
Continuous flow works best with species of worms that like to spend their time just beneath the surface, like red wigglers. Then you can harvest from the bottom relatively worm-free. With a species that likes to burrow down you will have more worms in the harvest to separate out. But they will work well converting waste to castings. For more information about types of worms, see my "CFT Learning Center' webpage at www.michigansoilworks.com. Thanks for viewing!
@@michaeljarvis8377 Perionyx excavatus (Malaysian / Indian Blue) woorms should work because they are epigeic, non-burrowing, like red wigglers, but are adapted for warmer climates.
We are working to introduce a local manufacturer in Brisbane area. Please contact me directly at email dan@michigansoilworks to discuss it further. Thank you for your interest!
Hi Michael, we currently don't have a way to purchase online yet, but we would love to chat with you about your vermicomposting needs. Please e-mail dan@michigansoilworks.com. He's the owner of the company and will make sure you're getting a system to suit your situation.
This system is simple I like it. I may build one similar myself thanks.
Check mine out !
check out the one i just built. I would use the Michigan soil works cutting bar.
U make me inspired to build my future bussiness ❤❤❤
Wow! that’s an in-depth review!
Thanks for viewing!
How does the shaking system work?
How to make this unit... please get the video
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Hi, does the harvester not damage the worms? It looks like it might hit some worms that are at the bottom.
It's just worms.
The species of worms used for vermicomposting are epigeic, meaning they prefer to stay near the surface. There will be a few that wander down or some that hatch from below, but the concept of continuous flow systems should minimize the number of worms near the bottom. Also, the cutting bar is rather blunt, not sharp, and it moves quite slowly, so it is more likely that any worms in the cutter's path are actually nudged out of the way and not actually cut.
Thanks for the question and thanks for viewing!
@@tools.for.vermiculture i know some continious flow systems that use red wigglers and european nightcrawlers. The wigglers first decompose the raw material and the crawlers do the rest. They do stay at the bottom. I believe this to be superior to just having wigglers...
Do you ship in Greece?
nice i have aquesion : the first harvesting made after 3-4 month so when the second matter ??
harvest is weekly thereafter. Thank you!
@@tools.for.vermiculture thank you alot
Hello i want to try vermicompost this year. I have one question, can I use Asian jumper worm , instead of using the other worms which people normally do? The reasons is because i have lots of jumper worm in my garden..
Your answer will be appreciated , Thankyou
For continuous flow process you need to use a composting worm, not earthworm. Some jumpers can be used for composting but they burrow down deep so they are not suitable for the continuous flow process.
Depending on where you live Asian Jumpers are invasive. They may be good for your garden but are actually destructive in forests and natural habitat. If you have Asian Jumpers in your garden you should do everything you can to prevent them from getting out.
Is this product available in the uk?
Hi IADL, we've had a number of inquiries from the UK about exporting to there. Please check for more information on our website at www.michigansoilworks.com, then contact me to discuss how we might proceed. Thanks for your interest!
Will this work with African Nightcrawlers? Thank you.
Continuous flow works best with species of worms that like to spend their time just beneath the surface, like red wigglers. Then you can harvest from the bottom relatively worm-free. With a species that likes to burrow down you will have more worms in the harvest to separate out. But they will work well converting waste to castings. For more information about types of worms, see my "CFT Learning Center' webpage at www.michigansoilworks.com. Thanks for viewing!
@@tools.for.vermiculture what about blue worms..is it suited for them?
@@michaeljarvis8377 Perionyx excavatus (Malaysian / Indian Blue) woorms should work because they are epigeic, non-burrowing, like red wigglers, but are adapted for warmer climates.
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Do you export to Australia
We are working to introduce a local manufacturer in Brisbane area. Please contact me directly at email dan@michigansoilworks to discuss it further. Thank you for your interest!
whats your opinion about Continuous Flow-Through Vs Bedbased Vermicompost producing?
@ Vs @
Cost vs automated i am confused :)
How do I get a catalog
All the information is available at our website at www.michigansoilworks.com.
Is this product available for purchase online?
Hi Michael, please go to michigansoilworks.com for more information, and then call or email me to discuss options.
Thanks for your interest!
Hi Michael, we currently don't have a way to purchase online yet, but we would love to chat with you about your vermicomposting needs. Please e-mail dan@michigansoilworks.com. He's the owner of the company and will make sure you're getting a system to suit your situation.