While we are in the process of moving manufacturing to the US, we do not have international shipment available. However, once we are fully up and running again, we will look at reconnecting with international distributors. Please stay tuned for more
Hungry Bin is not closing. We have decided to move our manufacturing to the US and we will have units available for purchase shortly!
It is not advised to use dog or cat droppings if you intend to use the castings and liquid in your food garden, as the animals may have gut parasites, which can potentially infect humans. If you are using Hungry Bin fertilizer for non-edible plants o
Yes! We are currently in the process of moving manufacturing to the US but once we are fully up and running, we will have replacement parts available.
The Hungry Bin is a clean, simple and easy way to dispose of organic waste using compost worms. Food scraps are placed on top of the bin where the compost worms get to work converting your waste into compost. The worm castings are pushed down through
We recommend starting with a minimum of 2,000 compost worms.
For our US customers, we recommend using Uncle Jim’s Worm Farm for consistent quality and guaranteed “alive” delivery.For our NZ customers, we recommend using Worms R Us or Wormworx.
Compost friendly items include: fruit & vegetable scraps, cooked foods, tea leaves, coffee grounds, crushed eggshells, hair, vacuum cleaner dust, empty toilet paper rolls, paper lunch wrap, egg cartons, shredded newspaper, cardboard, lawn clippings,
Hungry Bin is a game changer in the world of vermicomposting for several reasons. It has a unique, continuous flow design that makes for easy compost collection. It has a high processing capacity (up to 4.5 lbs of waste per day). It is an easy to use
Composting is for everyone! Not only is it beneficial for your household, it also directly impacts the planet by contributing to healthier soil & keep unnecessary items out of the landfill. Plus, its sincerely easy. Start small and give yourself time
One-third of all food produced worldwide is wasted. Food waste that ends up in the landfill decomposes without oxygen. In doing so it produces methane, which is a potent greenhouse gas that contributes to climate change. By composting your food waste
Compost enriches the soil, improving it’s structure, water retention, & nutrient content. Healthy soils absorb & store carbon. Compost is also full of helpful microorganisms that contribute to soil health & biodiversity.
Hungry Bin’s are built for quality and designed with every detail in mind. They are manufactured right here in the USA and uphold American made standards. Also, Hungry Bin’s save you money by ensuring that you don’t need to buy fertilizer. Organic fe
Our website is a great resource for all things Hungry Bin. We are also here to help you whenever you need! In addition, make sure you follow us on social media and become part of the Hungry Bin movement. You can also reach out to us directly at info@
The Hungry Bin is manufactured and shipped out of our Wisconsin factory. The first round of presale orders will be on their way by late September / early October, although bulk orders may take a bit longer.
Once fully up and running, Hungry Bin can handle 4.5 lbs of organic waste per day! The average family generates between 12-18 pounds a week.
Starting with the minimum of 2,000 worms, Hungry Bin can take 6 months to become running at its maximum optimization. Worms can eat their body weight in food each day – so you must feed the same volume of food as there are worms in order to not overf
Castings should only be removed when the Hungry Bin has become full to the top of the taper. Removing castings before the bin is full will affect how much food the bin can process. The Hungry Bin needs to be at least ¾ full of finished castings to wo
Ideally choose a sheltered, shady spot for the Hungry Bin – the ideal temperature is between 60–85° Fahrenheit. Avoid extremes of temperature, particularly full sun in summer, as temperatures over 95°F may kill the worms. If the bin is outdoors in wi
The bin can be kept on a balcony or in a garage or basement if you don’t have a garden. You can wheel your bin between different locations depending on the weather conditions or season.
Yes, always. However, we are just starting to ramp up our production, so send your information over and we will be in touch.
To start your Hungry Bin, you need to fill the bin ¾ full with moist bedding material such as compost, soil, potting mix, paper or cardboard. Add a minimum of 2,000 worms. Add finely chopped food scraps. Cover the food scraps with damp newspaper or a
Super easy! Hungry Bins take less than 5 minutes a day to maintain. If you can roll your garbage cans to the curb, then you can do this!
While all composting worms are earthworms, not all earthworms are good for composting. The difference comes down to where they live, how they behave, and what they eat. Composting worms live near the surface and don’t burrow deep. They eat decaying o
Composting is a small act with BIG effects. Composting reduces waste, improves soil health, lowers your carbon footprint, saves money, reduces water runoff, supports sustainable gardening, & teaches eco-awareness. Plus theres something deeply satisfy
The great news is that your worms will be fine without fresh food for 2-4 weeks. Adding shredded paper, dead leaves or dry lawn clippings to the food for a week or two before you go away helps the food last longer. Moisten the material after you have
The Hungry Bin is designed to prevent pests from entering. However, it is a living ecosystem and some small beneficial insects can exist in the bin quite happily. Sometimes these other insects are eating food the worms don’t like or prefer not to eat
Hungry Bins have a height of 37.4”, a width of 23.6” and a depth of 25.6”. They weigh about 22 lbs when they are empty.
Sometimes insects like white fly are attracted to the bin because the food is too acidic. Try balancing the food with a little lime, shredded paper, dead leaves or sawdust. Covering the food with a sack, old carpet or damp newspaper will also discour
We have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return.To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original pac