I'm a 67 year old woman with neck issues and I'm doing well with this farm. I think the biggest issue for me is arthritic fingers trying to undo the clips to release the compost tray. But otherwise, wonderful. I could never get my head around the multiple tray farms and found them considerably harder work. Many thanks for these tips.
Great video Marty. I brought my Hungry Bin Worm farm close to 8 months ago and my brief review. Worth the little extra in cost for the quality of the design and manufacture. Yes can be a tab heavy to move around however I suggest to use the wheels to take the weight and then grip the handles and drag to move. If possible a shaded position in the garden is best or as I do place a plastic container on the lid and fill with fresh cold water. My reasoning is the water will help keep the temperature in the worm farm cooler. You will need to change the water occasionally. And the worm farm is not a set and forget. Like the garden, regular checks and with small inputs will help keep your worm farm stay happy and productive.
Awesome tips! I just assembled my Hungry Bin today. BTW: I've got a couple of other worm farms and got the Hungry Bin to make it easier to compost. I also have those darned painful and persistent neck and low back problems. It's a good point to share that info. So, I'm going to set the Hungry Bin on a slightly raised platform that will still allow me to roll it off of there should I have to move it.
I'm considering this or the Urbalive worm farm for a single-dwelling apartment. Thanks for making your video. I like 'long term experience' videos and hearing you say it's probably best for a large family tips me back towards the smaller urbalive, even if that some seems to need more active maintenance.
Awesome video on the hungry bin. I too find that it does get compacted at the bottom and not much in the compost tray. I generally just try to loosen the material at the bottom and even just sift out compost from the the top . You’re right about certain types of material so now I’m trialling the egg carton trays in there throughout too
Hi Candy. Thanks for sharing your experience. I am finding the farm a bit easier to work with using lighter materials. Some manure ontop of the cartons seems to work really well too! I am currently trialing this at the moment.
Good Advice! Especially for anyone who suffers from back and neck issues! These things most people do not consider when buying these hungry bins. Cheers Mate!!
Very welcome, if you can make it to the live show later I will be going over design a lot more with the community today, it's on in a few hours😀 9.30am Sydney time
at 73 I found it too difficult to get down to remove the castings and did find that the contents did compost tossed it and went back to my 1/2 large barrels, emptying from the top is easier. I scoop out the mix and leave it an a 20 cm deep tray for a day uncovered. the worms migrate down and leaves just castings on the top. Repeat the process until bin is empty putting worm into my number 2 barrel
Marty, I have a hungry bin. The level of the bedding is getting low and there is less room to for the worms to expand. What is the best method for adding bedding (and what is the best bedding)? What if there is still a food layer that is on the current surface? Do I need to remove that food layer before adding bedding? Let's say the top of the of the compost and worms were about 18 inches from the top. What would you add to bring it up to the proper level? Thanks!
That was a great review Marty - I had wondered about these purely from watching some of your videos here. I know for sure it's not for me because I have both neck and knee issues and can see getting that tray off would be a pain! I really like the concept and features of it though. Out of interest - what is the maximum number of levels you would put on the tumbleweed worm cafe style of worm farm? I'm wondering if I should add another layer (I have 3 trays and the base tray), or start another farm.
The like the pumpkin but don't eat the seeds. Full worm farming course available here in the Worm Wranglers members area ua-cam.com/channels/nPkv-JUX4Pqn_LYbykzAtw.htmljoin everything you need to know in easy, quick consumable videos. Thanks Marty
Would having three sets of the worm cafe get the same volume as the hungry bin. Given the price. I can get three worm cafes, which equals..x 9 working trays to one bin...will the bin still be more value for money?
I reckon it would work better for moving around if the hinge was on the opposite side than the wheels. That way you could move it against a wall with wheels at the front, hinge at the back. Easy to open the lid and easier to move away from wall.
@@martysgarden I just picked one up secondhand. Removed the top hopper & just rotated it 180 degrees. As you know, the hinge & handle is one, still think it will be easier. This is the next worm farming adventure for me. Have a six level (plus sump) Reln Worm Factory which I've had continuously for over 20 years. Use it as a nursery to introduce worms to the garden.
Any issues with the open drip tray design? We live in an area with a hotter (not tropical) climate and I'm worried about attracting flies/smells and/or the tray drying up in the summer months. We do hit daily max temps in the mid 30ºCs for a lot of the summer so I'm guessing finding a shaded corner will be a must.
Hi there, I’m looking at getting this worm farm as we have a family of 6, but wondering would a dog drink the worm juice 😝 its the only thing making me umm about it
I'm a 67 year old woman with neck issues and I'm doing well with this farm. I think the biggest issue for me is arthritic fingers trying to undo the clips to release the compost tray. But otherwise, wonderful. I could never get my head around the multiple tray farms and found them considerably harder work.
Many thanks for these tips.
Glad it was helpful Atma
Great video Marty. I brought my Hungry Bin Worm farm close to 8 months ago and my brief review.
Worth the little extra in cost for the quality of the design and manufacture. Yes can be a tab heavy to move around however I suggest to use the wheels to take the weight and then grip the handles and drag to move.
If possible a shaded position in the garden is best or as I do place a plastic container on the lid and fill with fresh cold water. My reasoning is the water will help keep the temperature in the worm farm cooler. You will need to change the water occasionally.
And the worm farm is not a set and forget. Like the garden, regular checks and with small inputs will help keep your worm farm stay happy and productive.
Awesome tips! I just assembled my Hungry Bin today. BTW: I've got a couple of other worm farms and got the Hungry Bin to make it easier to compost. I also have those darned painful and persistent neck and low back problems. It's a good point to share that info. So, I'm going to set the Hungry Bin on a slightly
raised platform that will still allow me to roll it off of there should I have to move it.
I'm considering this or the Urbalive worm farm for a single-dwelling apartment. Thanks for making your video. I like 'long term experience' videos and hearing you say it's probably best for a large family tips me back towards the smaller urbalive, even if that some seems to need more active maintenance.
Glad to help,,a tiered farm would probably be best for your purposes
Thank you. We just set ours up and the worms arrive in a few days!
welcome
Awesome video on the hungry bin. I too find that it does get compacted at the bottom and not much in the compost tray. I generally just try to loosen the material at the bottom and even just sift out compost from the the top . You’re right about certain types of material so now I’m trialling the egg carton trays in there throughout too
Hi Candy. Thanks for sharing your experience. I am finding the farm a bit easier to work with using lighter materials. Some manure ontop of the cartons seems to work really well too! I am currently trialing this at the moment.
Excellent evaluation on the pros and cons of the Hungry Bin worm farm. Also, some very useful tips provided on its use.
Thanks Dad, nice to see you here!😀
Good Advice! Especially for anyone who suffers from back and neck issues! These things most people do not consider when buying these hungry bins. Cheers Mate!!
Your welcome, thank you
I've just bought my worms a Hungry Bin as it's available in the UK now. I think it will suit the climate here.
Yes it will for sure
Great video Marty love how u described the bin and advertised 😅😇😉 keep up the good work 😉☺️
Hi Kosta, thanks I will do my best😀 stay safe
Thank you for sharing your honest review of the hungry bin ! 🙂
My pleasure 😊Thanks for watching Dee😀 Hope you are keeping well?
@@martysgarden Keeping well! 🙂 Stay warm ☀️
Thanks Marty, I have been thinking of a hungry bin to add to my maze, can of worms and worm cafe 👍
Very welcome, if you can make it to the live show later I will be going over design a lot more with the community today, it's on in a few hours😀 9.30am Sydney time
at 73 I found it too difficult to get down to remove the castings and did find that the contents did compost tossed it and went back to my 1/2 large barrels, emptying from the top is easier. I scoop out the mix and leave it an a 20 cm deep tray for a day uncovered. the worms migrate down and leaves just castings on the top. Repeat the process until bin is empty putting worm into my number 2 barrel
Hi Pru. Thanks so much for sharing your experience. It really helps others I have harvested from the top as well at times.😀
I love my bath worm farms , easy access 3 month turn around and really cheap to make 🌈🙏😎, no disrespect intended to other worm farms 👍🪱
For sure Brian, whatever works best for you is the way to go! 😀
Happy worm farming! Great video
Thanks for visiting, stay safe😀
Thats a big farm Marty
Yer, its a fair size😀
Great review. Thanks for sharing this info.
Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching!😀
Marty, I have a hungry bin. The level of the bedding is getting low and there is less room to for the worms to expand. What is the best method for adding bedding (and what is the best bedding)? What if there is still a food layer that is on the current surface? Do I need to remove that food layer before adding bedding? Let's say the top of the of the compost and worms were about 18 inches from the top. What would you add to bring it up to the proper level? Thanks!
Check out my Hungry Bin videos for answers and more😀
Great video Marty!
Thanks!
That was a great review Marty - I had wondered about these purely from watching some of your videos here.
I know for sure it's not for me because I have both neck and knee issues and can see getting that tray off would be a pain!
I really like the concept and features of it though.
Out of interest - what is the maximum number of levels you would put on the tumbleweed worm cafe style of worm farm?
I'm wondering if I should add another layer (I have 3 trays and the base tray), or start another farm.
I would start another farm, 3 would be the max for sure. 😀
@@martysgarden that was my feeling, thanks so much, great channel!
@@KoalaGardens very welcome and thanks
Do i put pumpkin scraps (seeds) in for the worms? Not sure seeds will break down
The like the pumpkin but don't eat the seeds. Full worm farming course available here in the Worm Wranglers members area ua-cam.com/channels/nPkv-JUX4Pqn_LYbykzAtw.htmljoin everything you need to know in easy, quick consumable videos. Thanks Marty
Would having three sets of the worm cafe get the same volume as the hungry bin. Given the price. I can get three worm cafes, which equals..x 9 working trays to one bin...will the bin still be more value for money?
The Hungry Bin is better made and will last much longer. But 3 tiered farms would be more productive
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Hi Ace, hoper your HB is doing well mate?
I reckon it would work better for moving around if the hinge was on the opposite side than the wheels. That way you could move it against a wall with wheels at the front, hinge at the back. Easy to open the lid and easier to move away from wall.
Yes, it needs a few modifications for sure.
@@martysgarden I just picked one up secondhand. Removed the top hopper & just rotated it 180 degrees. As you know, the hinge & handle is one, still think it will be easier.
This is the next worm farming adventure for me. Have a six level (plus sump) Reln Worm Factory which I've had continuously for over 20 years. Use it as a nursery to introduce worms to the garden.
@@pmd7914 20 years that’s amazing!
Amazing dear good share
Thanks for visiting
Any issues with the open drip tray design? We live in an area with a hotter (not tropical) climate and I'm worried about attracting flies/smells and/or the tray drying up in the summer months. We do hit daily max temps in the mid 30ºCs for a lot of the summer so I'm guessing finding a shaded corner will be a must.
Yes, needs shade. Open system would be better. Check out my biggest worm farm eva system on my channel
can you notify me when it becomes available for shipping to Hawaii?
I dont work for Hungry Bin sorry
Great review, I’ve noticed much the same
Cool, thanks!
Could you tell me the measurement of the bottom opening?
I dont know that sorry, I dont currently have one anymore. Getting another soon
Hi there, I’m looking at getting this worm farm as we have a family of 6, but wondering would a dog drink the worm juice 😝 its the only thing making me umm about it
He may drink it, but wont hurt him
Won't tiger worms die once put in the garden?
If you have a lot of compost and mulch they can survive. I find them in my garden all the time. There also needs to be a good formation of humus.
Looks more like 68 liter than 680 liter.
Nice
Thanks, thanks for watching😀