What is Vermicompost and Why You Need Vermicompost In Aquaponics
Vermicompost is the end product of vermicomposting, a process that uses earthworms (red worms in aquaponics) to increase the speed of the composting process. The chemical secretions in the worms’ digestive tract help break down the soil and other organic matter, so the worm castings contains more nutrients available to the plants.