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The purpose of this study is to determine the depth of knowledge and application of mid-scale vermiculture technology and systems for the on-site treatment of recycled organics, and the potential use of products from this processing technology.

This report is a literature review of vermiculture with two key objectives:

  1. To establish the current status of mid-scale vermiculture; and
  2. To investigate the range of relevant organic matter that could be managed through vermiculture systems.

Particular attention has been given to reviewing the use of worms in treatment or organic materials and identifying the:

  • types of material consumed;
  • consumption rates;
  • quality of vermicast; and
  • specific mid-scale vermicomposting units in Australia for on-site C&I sector food organics treatment.

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Download the literature review:

  • Volume 1 - Literature review of vermiculture to establish status of mid-scale vermiculture and the range of relevant compostable organics that could be managed through vermiculture systems.
  • Volume 2 - Appendices and Annotated Bibliography.

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