Suburban Worms
We’ve got worms!
And their poo!
-SUBURBAN WORMS
Serving Lincoln, St. Charles, and St. Louis County
Many people want to compost, but don’t know where to start. We’re here to give you a step-by-step guide to composting with worms, including how to start your own indoor and outdoor compost bins, what to feed and not feed the worms, and how to help your worms thrive in the compost.
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Ben
Beussink
WORM MASTER GENERAL
When Ben Beussink is not playing with worms in the basement he is the worship pastor at a church in Troy, Missouri. A previous middle school biology teacher, Ben is able to apply his love of science and teaching into creating Suburban Worms. Ben enjoys listening to apologetic podcasts, going to ska and skate punk concerts, and watching Cardinals baseball.
Monica Beussink
DR. WORM
Monica Beussink is a real doctor, but she’s not a real worm. Monica is a seventh grade English teacher at her old middle school in Wentzville, Missouri. She loves learning and recently earned her doctoral degree in instructional leadership from American College of Education. When not teaching and grading, Monica enjoys reading dystopian books, playing Animal Crossing, and watching Asian dramas on Netflix.
Baby Worm Beussink
ASSISTANT (TO THE) REGIONAL MANAGER
The newest addition to the worm family! Born summer 2021, she enjoys observing everything, snuggles, and not sleeping.
Lauren Beussink
MARKETING SPECIALIST
Lauren Beussink is Ben and Monica’s uber chatty and adorably affectionate cat. Although terrified of strangers and other cats, Lauren loves snuggling, making biscuits, and talking with her family. She especially enjoys receiving patte every single time the baby wakes up in the middle of the night.
FROM THE BLOG
Frequently Asked Questions
Since worm farming is an unusual career, we get a lot of questions. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions regarding worm castings, composting, gardening, Red Wigglers, and worms in general.
A Beginner’s Guide to Composting with Worms
Many people want to compost, but don’t know where to start. We’re here to give you a step-by-step guide to composting with worms, including how to start your own indoor and outdoor compost bins, what to feed and not feed the worms, and how to help your worms thrive in the compost.
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