Worm Wrangler

I'm grateful to have had the opportunity to be part of this CBC story highlighting local efforts to build a more sustainable future.

A heartfelt thank you to Jasmine Mangalaseril at CBC for taking the time to highlight the ways that community members can live more sustainably. It was a privilege to talk about composting, healthy soils, and the amazing organisms that quietly do so much to support our environment.

I'm also honoured to be featured alongside Alexandra's Farm—a friend and fellow champion for soil health and sustainable growing. We share the same belief: when we care for the soil, we're investing in healthier food, healthier ecosystems, and a healthier future.

Soil is one of our most valuable resources, yet it's easy to overlook what happens beneath our feet. Whether it's composting at home, supporting local farms, or simply learning more about the incredible work of earthworms, every small action helps.

Listen to the radio segment and read the article here:
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/kitchener-waterloo/jasmine-mangalaseril-eco-friendly-sustainability-9.7288858



Mangalaseril - Food Writer .farm Alexandra's Farm

**Vacation Notice!**

Worm Wrangler will be taking a short summer vacation **July 18–30**!

You can still place orders through the website while I'm away, but **shipping will be paused** during that time.

**Orders placed July 18–30 will begin shipping on August 3**.

If you've been thinking about stocking up on worms, worm castings, composting supplies, or other goodies, now's a great time to get your order in so it's ready to go when I return.

Thank you for supporting my small, one-person business. I appreciate every order and hope you're having a wonderful summer!

Happy composting!

International Compost Awareness Week is more than a celebration for Worm Wrangler — it reflects the heart of what Worm Wrangler is doing every day.

Composting helps bring nutrient cycles to life by turning food scraps and organic waste into healthy, living soil. Through vermiculture, we get to see those cycles happen up close with the help of earthworms transforming waste into one of nature’s most powerful soil amendments: worm castings.

At Worm Wrangler, we believe learners of all ages should have the chance to connect with the science happening beneath our feet. Whether through workshops, our Worm Petting Zoo, or hands-on compost education, our goal is to make soil health, decomposition, and nutrient cycling visible, interactive, and inspiring.

Healthy soil starts with understanding the cycle — and we’re proud to help bring that story to life.

Happy International Compost Awarness Week everyone!

https://compostfoundation.org/icaw-home/

Special! FREE Root Rescue with Online Orders!

I have some Root Rescue that will expire this spring, and I’d love to get it into your gardens ASAP!

Root Rescue is a beneficial mycorrhizal fungi inoculant that helps plants develop stronger, healthier root systems. These fungi form a natural partnership with plant roots, helping improve nutrient and water uptake — especially during transplanting and early growth.

It pairs beautifully with vermicompost (worm castings)!

Vermicompost adds organic matter, nutrients, and beneficial microbes to the soil, while Root Rescue helps expand the plant’s root network to better access all that goodness. Together, they help support healthier plants, stronger growth, and improved soil biology.

FREE 22.5g Root Rescue with online orders over $50
FREE 45g Root Rescue with online orders over $100

While quantities last!

https://wormwrangler.org/root-rescue-to-support-soil-health/
https://wormwrangler.org/shop

Root Rescue Environmental Products Inc.

What a fantastic day at Seedy Saturday at the Exeter Public Library!

It was inspiring to see so many gardeners, seed savers, and curious learners come together to share seeds, knowledge, and a love of growing. Events like this are such a powerful reminder of how community and sustainability go hand in hand.

Grateful to have been part of it—already looking forward to next year!

Check out the coverage here:
https://www.lakeshoreadvance.com/news/exeter-library-hosts-fifth-annual-seedy-saturday

public.library Exeter Public Library Exeter Lakeshore Times-Advance

Exeter Library hosts fifth annual Seedy Saturday Guest speakers, local groups and gardeners attend

Did you know soil is like mother nature's Prozac?

"It seems soil may contain antidepressant and anti-anxiety microbes. Preclinical research indicates that some fungi and bacteria in our soil may influence neurotransmitter production. A bacterium of particular interest, Mycobacterium vaccae, has been found to stimulate serotonin production in mice, improving stress resilience, cognitive function, and more (Matthews et al., 2013; Juarez et al., 2022)."

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/a-healing-community/202511/anxiety-depression-and-the-power-of-dirt?msockid=36dc83796ff46c5116d991c76e5e6d9e

Just another reason to vermicompost and play in the dirt all year round.

Seed-starting season is here

Before you grab a bag of peat-based mix, try this instead
A simple, sustainable peat-free seed starting mix powered by worm castings.

- Gentle nutrients (no burning tender seedlings)
- Peat-free + planet-friendly
- Holds moisture and drains well

It’s easy to make and sets your seedlings up strong from day one.

I’ve shared the full recipe (plus a few pro tips) here:
https://wormwrangler.org/peat-free-seed-starting-mix/

Happy planting—and may your soil be full of life

I'm excited to be at the Centre Wellington Seedy Saturday this Saturday!