Compost Like A Pro With This Simple Technique
March 8, 2023You don’t need an advanced-science degree or superhuman strength to compost effectively. These tips will get you composting in no time.
You don’t need an advanced-science degree or superhuman strength to compost effectively. These tips will get you composting in no time.
Dealing with animal excrement doesn’t have to stink! Put that livestock manure to work on the farm with management practices that yield nutrient-rich fertilizer.
Grinding up your compostables into smaller pieces aids in the decomposition process, meaning you’ll have black gold in no time.
Let your yard scraps be put to good use building up the soil in your garden for a rich and nutritious plantings.
For a healthy compost pile that’s safe to use on the garden and won’t create unpleasant odors, steer clear of adding these materials.
Photo courtesy of iStockphoto/Thinkstock Worms can be picky, too! While your compost worms can survive on a limited diet, the larger variety of food you provide them, the more diverse and nutrient-rich their castings will be. Not to mention, they’ll be healthier, too. Follow these feeding do’s and don’ts for safe vermicomposting and happy worms. […]
Check out these compost bins from Urban Farm readers’ backyards for inspiration to start your own composting.
It never ceases to amaze me how much of my life revolves around feces! From baby diapers to golden compost, much of my day is spent cleaning, shoveling or scooping poop.
I get asked one question in particular on a fairly regular basis: Why can’t I add dog waste to my compost pile? Just incase you’ve been wondering the same thing, here’s the answer…