Question

why is the earthworm called a farmer's friend

Answer 1

Earthworm is called Farmers friend because nearly it can consume all biodegradable materials and convert it into Rich Manure. Farmers use earthworms for making manure this process is called vermicomposting. Earthworms are annelidan worms which are considered to be 'Friend of Farmers'. They are eco-friendly organisms.

Answer 2

Earthworms are known as farmers' best friends because of the multitude of services they provide that improve soil health and consequently plant health.

Earthworms are annelidan worms which are considered to be ‘Friend of Farmers’. They are eco-friendly organisms.

Earthworms loosen the soil by burrowing deep into it. This is equal to tilling of the soil.

Earthworms consume animal and plant wastes and release organic matter as its excreta. This excreta of earthworms increases soil fertility. It improves water holding capacity of the soil. The process of using worms to decompose animal and plant wastes is called as vermicomposting. The manure produced after decomposing of wastes is called as vermicompost.