No, it simulates/speeds up the natural decomposition process.
Red wrigglers are the kind of worm that makes the most compost. The decomposer in question (Eisenia fetida) produces a lot of castings from breaking down compostable materials in vermicomposting bins.
Yes, because once they die a decomposer like a worm will eat it and turn it back into soil and the soil will have more nutrition in it.
No they only eat compost and dead plants, they're fine and can be fun to watch!
A carrot is a vegetable that most humans like to eat. We are the consumer of carrots, and as we grow carrots, we are the producer. As to decomposer, any carrots we throw on the compost heap is there to be decomposed.
Magazine paper typically contains high levels of inks, coatings, and chemicals that may be harmful to the composting process or the environment. These materials can introduce toxins into the compost and may not break down fully, affecting the quality of the compost. It's best to avoid adding magazine paper to compost to ensure the health of your compost pile and the soil it enriches.
Yes, millipedes eat decaying plant matter. They're great to have as one of your friends in a compost pile. Centipedes, on the other hand, are predators and eat other bugs.
Probably to humans, I wouldn't eat dead leaves. Well yes you wouldn't eat dead leaves but in an eco way they are helpful.
A carrot is a vegetable that most humans like to eat. We are the consumer of carrots, and as we grow carrots, we are the producer. As to decomposer, any carrots we throw on the compost heap is there to be decomposed.
It returns lost nutrients back into the soil, and saves space at the land fill ! Free fertilizer without the harmful chemicals !
A compost pile is compost in a pile or heap. a compost pit is compost in a pit or hole in the ground.
A sunflower is a producer. It is not a decomposer.
Vermiculture composting involves using worms to break down organic matter added to the compost. As such, there are no "diseases" in the compost.However one source cautioned to not let dogs or cats use the compost pile for urination and defecation, since animal wastes *could* add harmful bacteria that can colonize in the heat and nutrient-rich environment of a compost pile.