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Is soil and compost similar or the same?
They are "similar" - kind of part and parcel of one another - but they are not the same. Soil is a mixture of varying proportions of sand, silt, clay and organic matter. Compost is fully broken down organic matter - the "black gold" of good soil. The very best soil for growing will have a high percentage of compost, or "humus". Hence, compost by itself is a very important part of good soil. But compost by itself is not "soil".
Do you need soil in a compost bin?
Soil is not necessary in a compost bin, but it can be beneficial as it provides additional microbes and organisms that aid in the decomposition process. Adding a small amount of soil can help introduce beneficial microorganisms and improve the breakdown of organic material into compost.
Can you put apples in your soil?
Yes, you can put pieces of apples in your soil as compost. Apples are rich in nutrients and organic matter, which can help improve soil quality and provide food for beneficial microorganisms. However, make sure to chop the apples into small pieces to speed up decomposition and avoid attracting pests.
How does compost raises the temperature of soil?
Compost undergoes decomposition by microorganisms, releasing heat as a byproduct. This increase in temperature within the compost pile can then transfer to the surrounding soil when the compost is applied, helping to warm the soil and create a more favorable environment for plant growth.
How long does it take for compost to turn to soil?
If you adopt the conventional composting mode, it depends on what materials are in the compost and if it is already mized with soil mixtures, so anywhere from a few weeks to about a year. Of course, it is widely used for small capacity of composting or homemade compost. But, as for large farms and fertilizer factory, they often use compost turning machine(fertilizer-machines.com), also called windrow turner to turn these waste into organic waste. Advantages of compost turner (Azeus fertilizer machinery) 1. Compost turner can shorten fermentation time from traditional fermentation about 45 days to 7-10 days with composting equipment. 2. Fermentation is more uniform, because of high turning heap and strong ability of windrow turners, which can turn materials all-around. 3. Processing capacity of such a compost turner, with one worker, is about 1000-3000 m 3/hour, which is labor-saving.
What composts naturally?
Mother Nature doesn't compost, She mulches. But, anything that is from the Earth, will return to it, eventually. Put matter in a pile and eventually you will have compost.
Can you put fruit in compost?
Yes, you can put fruit in compost.
Can you put corn cobs in compost?
Yes, you can put corn cobs in compost.
Can you put dead flowers in compost?
Yes, you can put dead flowers in compost.
Can you put flowers in compost?
Yes, you can put flowers in compost. Flowers are organic materials that can break down and enrich the compost with nutrients.
Can put uncooked white rice in compost?
Yes. You an compost almost any organic substance.
Can you put cooking oil in compost?
I think you're not meant to put fats in a compost bin because it can attract vermin. But it probably will compost.
Can I put coffee filters in compost?
Yes, you can put coffee filters in compost. They are biodegradable and will break down over time in a compost pile.
Why are nearly half the states in the country now banning yard trimmings from landfills?
to put them in compost to help the earth
Where can one find advice on how to make compost?
There are several places one can find advice on how to make compost. Tutorials can be found online at sites such as Garden Organic or Earth Easy. One can also go to the library and find books on how to make compost.
A How do you dispose your biodegradables Do you bury them or put in a compost pit?
a. How do you dispose your biodegradables? Do you bury them or put in a compost pit?
Can you put cooked corn cobs in compost?
Yes, you can put cooked corn cobs in compost. They will break down over time and add nutrients to the compost.
