Loren Nancarrow and Janet Hogan Taylor - library.uniteddiversity ...

MUSHROOMS CAME UP IN MY BIN TODAY.
IS THIS BAD? -
Mushrooms strongly indicate that fungi are present; they will
do no harm to your worm bin. Fungi are part of the decomposition
web and, since they are microscopic, most people do not
realize they are even there until a mushroom comes up.
Mushrooms have one bonus: their appearance is a good indicator
that the temperature of your bin is between 70 and 75°F,
which is a great temperature for redworms. Of course, it should
go without saying, you should not eat these mushrooms. Simply
pick them out and throw them away.
MOLD IS GROWING ON FOOD I PUT
IN THE WORM BIN. IS THIS OK?
Mold is another organism in the composting process. Most
people who bury their worm food do not see the mold doing its
part for decomposition. The mold becomes noticeable when you
don't bury the food. Usually this is no big deal and nothing to
worry about, unless you are sensitive to mold spores. If you are
allergic to molds, then vermicomposting indoors may not be for
you. Keeping your bin outdoors and burying the food well will
help.
Problems in the Worm Bin 77