Organic Humus

Organic humus

Organic humus is the fully decomposed, nutrient-rich, dark organic matter in soil. It is the final product of decomposing plant and animal materials.

Compost v’s organic humus v's

Compost is partially decomposed organic matter with visible fragmented materials. Over time compost will transform into humus.

Worm casts / humus

Worms consume organic matter, some of the organic matter will be fully decomposed in the casts. The casts also contain a wide variety of beneficial microorganisms that continue the decomposition process, converting the organic matter into a more stable, humus-like substance. Worm castings are rich in humic acids and other humic substances that form when organic matter breaks down.