Sources from my recent Research

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Here's a list of sources that contain some important statistics:
NPR
The Washington Post
USDA Food Waste FAQ

This site had great info about worm farming and you can even purchase your own!
Unclejimswormfarm.com

And a quick wiki for Red Wigglers
Eisenia Fetida

Though I recommend looking at a number of sources for concise information about the species I used in my farm-- Also be sure to look at the sources listed on the wiki page

Hope this information proves valuable!


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