So I’m still experimenting on types of aeration to use for my worm bin. As we all know aeration is an important factor in any type of composting, so with worm bins we need to keep in mind aeration through the bottom holes of the bin as well stirring around the compost every once in awhile.

I originally tried to use wine bottles on the bottom, but as you can imagine it just wouldn’t stay in place. I managed to stabilize one side of it with a folded in beer can where it stayed in place til just a couple of days ago. After one of those ‘aha’ moments with the folded in beer can I decided upon another clever plan for my bin.

Yes that’s right. I just took a can opener to a can of beer and tada! A great method to lift & aerate your bin!

But wait, there’s more! Not only does it allow for better aeration but any excess moisture from the compost gets collected inside! It captures a great “just add water” compost tea to fertilize your plants with! Not to mention there is a lot of hear-say on whether or not beer is a good fertilizer, whether it does, the small amount left in the cans certainly won’t hurt.

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