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First time posting here. I started a vermicompost bin a few months ago, and I'm ready to harvest some of the castings/compost for my garden. It wasn't until I scooped some out today, though, that I noticed the compost is really wet/slimy, and has a pretty bad stench. I've read the smell might be a sign that anaerobic bacteria grew and produced alcohols that are dangerous for plants. Should I use this on my new garden? Is there anything I can do to test whether it's safe (using only pH strips and household supplies)?
FYI, the worms themselves seem to be doing great - good color, reproducing well, spread throughout the bin - and my simple bin (bucket in a bucket with drainage and ventilation holes) hasn't been collecting condensation or anything. I collected castings once before, around early January, but it didn't have this smell. I'd appreciate any help/advice anyone can offer.
FYI, the worms themselves seem to be doing great - good color, reproducing well, spread throughout the bin - and my simple bin (bucket in a bucket with drainage and ventilation holes) hasn't been collecting condensation or anything. I collected castings once before, around early January, but it didn't have this smell. I'd appreciate any help/advice anyone can offer.