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Aeration, heat control, moisture distribution, and nutrient mix are reasons why compost needs to be turned occasionally. Turning on the way to breaking compostables down into dark-colored, fresh-smelling, nutrient-rich organic material produces the end-product better and faster. Turning while compost is waiting to be used as additive, amendment, fertilizer, or mulch will keep the compost fresh.
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What is the importance of biodegradable?
Biodegradable materials can be turned into compost. Compost is the natural fertilizer. I hope i helped...
How often should compost be turned to ensure proper decomposition and aeration?
Compost should be turned every 1-2 weeks to ensure proper decomposition and aeration.
How often is compost turned in a bin?
Once to thrice weekly is the frequency with which compost is turned in a bin. The frequency responds to the bin's size and the compost-minded individual's schedule. Compostable materials whose layers are turned once weekly take longer to break down than those that are turned two or three times each week.
What is compost and how is produced?
Compost is the final product of decaying material. It is produced when organic material is piled and turned and then after a period of time it is broken down by bacteria and is then called compost
How is food turned to compost?
It is by the consumption and subsequent discharge of the food by bacteria.
Is human waste good for the earth?
Yes, provided its dried and turned into compost.
How often do you turn compost to ensure proper decomposition and aeration?
To ensure proper decomposition and aeration, compost should be turned every 1-2 weeks.
At what temperature do you turn the compost in a windrow?
It should be turned between 145-165 Degrees.
What percent of new compost should be old compost?
There is no need to mix old and new compost. Old compost ,if ready, should be used on its own. New material will take time to rot down to compost.
What is the meaning of compost?
There are two answers to this. 1st the readymade potting medium bought in bags is called potting compost. 2nd the waste vegetable material stacked and turned to rot and use on the garden is also called compost .Confusing.Eh!
Can plastic bags be turned into compost?
No, plastic bags cannot be turned into compost in a backyard pile but yes, compostable plastic bags can be composted in a commercial or industrial composting facility.Specifically, compostable plastic bags are a recent phenomenon. They are popular with environmentally conscious citizens who do not have access to reusable bags. That they are compostable refers to their decomposition with the help of large-scale commercial and industrial processes, not to their compostability in a homeowner's backyard pile.
Is there humidity in a compost heap?
Yes, to make good compost you need to make sure it stays moist.
