vermicompost
noun
ver·mi·com·post
ˌvər-mə-ˈkäm-ˌpōst
: compost that is composed primarily of worm castings and decaying organic matter and that is produced through the practice of vermicomposting
A worm bin is a small-scale composting container that can be maintained indoors to transform your smaller kitchen scraps into vermicompost—one of the best soil amendments.—Rachel Kaplan
New research suggests that the product … a worm-created soil additive called vermicompost, offers an array of benefits for plants—helping them grow with more vigor, and making them more resistant to disease and insects, than those grown with other types of composts and fertilizers.—Jim Robbins
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“Vermicompost.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vermicompost. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.
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