Basics of Worm Composting: A Growing Community Program with DeWitt and Piatt Master Gardeners

Schedule

Tue Oct 21 2025 at 12:00 pm to 01:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Piatt County Extension Office 210 S. Market St. Monticello | Monticello, IL

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If you've been considering composting, you might try indoor worm composting as an option. Learn how to select a container, what type of worms to use, how to feed the worms, and how to havest the compost at this monthly Growing Community program presented by DeWitt and Piatt Master Gardeners.
The program is free, but advance registration is requested by October 20.
College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences
University of Illinois* U.S. Department of Agriculture* Local Extension Councils Cooperating
Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please call 217-762-2191. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time for meeting your access needs.
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Piatt County Extension Office 210 S. Market St. Monticello, 408 IL-105, Monticello, IL 61856-1834, United States

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