Using Worms in Aquaponics
Most aquaponics systems donโt fail because of the fish or the plants. They fail because of sludge. Over time, solid waste builds up in your grow beds. It clogs roots, disrupts the biofilter, and slows down your water flow. Left alone, it throws the whole system out of balance. One of the simplest ways to fix this is by adding red wiggler worms. They break down the solid waste your system canโt handle on its own โ uneaten food, fish poop, and general muck. In return, they produce ๐ฏ๐๐ซ๐ฆ๐ข๐๐จ๐ฆ๐ฉ๐จ๐ฌ๐ญ: a nutrient-rich material that feeds your plants and keeps your beds clean. Adding worms means: - Healthier roots - Faster nutrient cycling - Less maintenance over time Itโs an inexpensive, low-effort way to keep your aquaponics system running smoothly from the ground up. If you havenโt added worms yet, it might be time.