Question

Why are earthworms called 'farmer's friend'?

• A. They help in vermicomposting
• B. They make the soil humid
• C. They consume non-biodegradable wastes
• D. They act as insecticides

Answer 1

The correct option is A

They help in vermicomposting

The type of earthworms called red worm are used for composting. This method of preparing compost with the help of red worms is called vermicomposting. Red worms have a special structure called gizzard in their bodies with which they grind food material and convert it into manure. Thus they help in increasing the fertility of the soil and are called as 'farmer's friend'.