Orozco, F. H.; Cegarra, J.; Trujillo, L. M.; Roig, A. (1996). "Vermicomposting of coffee pulp using the earthworm Eisenia fetida: Effects on C and N contents and the availability of nutrients". Biology and Fertility of Soils. 22 (1–2): 162–166. doi: 10.1007/BF00384449. ISSN 0178-2762. S2CID 25060696. Townsend, Craig; Ebizuka, Yutaka, eds. (2010). Natural products structural diversity-I, secondary metabolites: organization and biosynthesis. Vol.1 (1sted.). Boston: Elsevier. p.393. ISBN 978-0-08-045381-1. A fully-grown whole redworm would be best fished upon a size 14 or better still a size 16 hook, while small sections of redworm are better upon a size 18 or even a size 20 hook when the going gets a little tough. Domínguez, Jorge; Velando, Alberto; Aira, Manuel; Monroy, Fernando (2003-01-01). "Uniparental reproduction of Eisenia fetida and E. andrei (Oligochaeta: Lumbricidae): evidence of self-insemination: The 7th international symposium on earthworm ecology · Cardiff · Wales · 2002". Pedobiologia. 47 (5): 530–534. doi: 10.1078/0031-4056-00224. ISSN 0031-4056.

Some wastes have strong odours, which can attract flies (termed fruit flies) that are harmless, but can be a nuisance. This problem can be avoided by burying the new waste in the decomposed material or covering it with a layer of damp newspaper. Do not use chemicals to control the flies as it could harm the worms. Any raw vegetables, except for onions, shallots, leeks and garlic that are best used in small amounts or cooked first A well-maintained wormery shouldn't smell, and can be kept indoors if required. If put outdoors, consider where you position it, as it needs some protection from the elements. Placing the composter against a wall or fence will help shelter it from too much sun or rain.Moreover, red worm is widely used in fishing, being one of the most ideal baits for tench, bream, and roach. [11] [12] Odor [ edit ] In winter, if it gets very cold where you live, you can guard against the worms freezing by wrapping old carpet or bubble wrap around the composter.

An established wormery can be left without the addition of food for up to four weeks. However, the liquid may accumulate which needs to be drained off to avoid waterlogging. Wormeries are usually emptied when they are full; this takes about 8 to 12 months. You must separate the worms before using the compost. A wormery is relatively easy to establish though a few points need to be considered. Conditions required You may have to reduce how much waste you add in colder weather. As the temperature decreases, the worms slow down and their activity stops when it falls below 10°C.

Bruhn, Heike; Winkelmann, Julia; Andersen, Christian; Andrä, Jörg; Leippe, Matthias (2006-01-01). "Dissection of the mechanisms of cytolytic and antibacterial activity of lysenin, a defence protein of the annelid Eisenia fetida". Developmental & Comparative Immunology. 30 (7): 597–606. doi: 10.1016/j.dci.2005.09.002. ISSN 0145-305X. PMID 16386304. Jim, Uncle (26 June 2012). "Best Worms For Bait Fishing". Uncle Jim's Worm Farm . Retrieved 3 February 2023.