The basic requirement of vermicompost and methods are available in my paper Munnoli P M 2010 Dynamics of earthworm soil plant a relationship: A review, Dynamic soi; and dynamic plant.

Thank you so much Mr. Munnoli. Really appreciate it.

Dear Prakash Mallappa Munnoli,

Thanks for the reference and I would like to know the source for followup action. You can send me the published copy privately to my e-mail address

Thanks in advance,

B.K.Senapati

Remark: I could not be able to get your publication. Hope you will send me a pdf. version to my e-mail address

Thank U Sir 

Earthworms need to absorb oxygen and water through their skin, and have a salinity threshold (as well as thresholds for certain toxins like pesticides). Here is a factsheet (by the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture) that explains the ideal soil moisture level, porosity (for optimal aeration), carbon to nitrogen ratio and other factors for earthworm growth: http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/engineer/facts/10-009.htm 

Thank you so much Ms. Chaoui. Your link was really enlightening.

Regards,

Katheem S.

No problem, I hope the factsheet I've authored will be helpful

Yes it is. Thanks again.

Growing earthworms in conjunction with livestock operations is often a successful way

to diversify. Raising earthworms in the waste products of live stock and then feeding the

animals with crops that have been enhanced with worm castings completes a nutrient

cycle. Many rabbit growers have developed a second income from the sales of

earthworms by placing worm bins directly beneath the rabbit cages where the worms

automatically receive manure as feed. For maximum earthworm production, temperatures should be maintained between 60° and 70° F. To achieve this level may require providing some sort of shelter or insulation that can hold heat in the winter and cool the system during the summer.

https://www.google.co.in/?gws_rd=ssl#q=+breed+earthworms+for+vermicomposting

Earthworm survive well in pH range from 6.8 to 7.8, C/N ration less then 20. Moisture range from 60 to 70 %.  Best feeding material for Eisenia fetida is Cow dung or any other organic waste. You can go through my  paper on vermicomposting. I will send you the paper on ur email address.

Thank you so much 

Thank you so much Ms. Chaoui.

Refer to our papers

Thank you for this paper. It's very important subject