Composting using worms (usually red wigglers) to break down organic matter in bins, producing finished compost faster and with less labor than traditional composting.
In plain terms
Vermicomposting uses worms to eat organic matter and produce castings (worm poop—excellent compost). Worms are faster than bacteria at breaking down matter. Set up a worm bin (indoors or outdoors), add bedding and food scraps, let worms work. Harvest finished compost after 3-6 months. It's ideal for apartment dwellers or those wanting faster compost.
Why this matters
Vermicomposting produces finished compost faster than traditional composting. It's space-efficient and works indoors.
In practice
Examples
Worm bin in garage: feeds on kitchen scraps, produces finished compost in 4 months.
Apartment vermicompost: no smell, minimal space, free compost.