Will red wiggler worms eat stale bread?


Yes, in moderation, bread, and in fact, all grain based foods, are worthy of your worms’ processing power. Stale bread remains just as full of nutrients and building blocks for worm growth as the fresh stuff.

However, these starchy foods can end up a gooey mess. So, use them sparingly and with a close eye, or just avoid them until your bin is well established and you are comfortable amending as needed.

Unsalted pretzels

Pancakes

Oatmeal

Tortillas

Plain cereal

Rice

Pasta

Be sure to keep grain food stuffs up near the top of your bin where adequate airflow will keep it from going anaerobic and turning into a gloppy sour mess.

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