[compost_tea] vermicastings versus vermicompost

From: Jeff Lowenfels <jeff_at_gardener.com>
Date: Thu, 15 May 2003 13:29:21 -0800

Castings come through worm. Vermicompost has castings in it, but can and us=
ually does contain considerable organic matter that has not been through th=
e worm. You really need to be extra, extra careful handling some of this as=
 there is a disease known as organic dust toxic syndrome (ODTS) which can r=
esult in airway irratation, stomach and intenstinal problems.....a dust mas=
k will help.

Testing is important. Know your source. There is some great worm vermicompo=
st out there and some bad vermicompost. Also, you have to consider diversit=
y.

Cheers,

Jeff



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