Composting

 

Composting

 



What is Composting?

Composting is nature's process of recycling decomposed organic materials into a rich soil known as compost. Anything that was once living will decompose. Basically, backyard composting is an acceleration of the same process nature uses.


How does Composting work ?

Composting works by mixing yard and household organic waste in a pile or bin and providing conditions that encourage decomposition. The decomposition process is fueled by millions of microscopic organisms (bacteria, fungi) that take up residence inside your compost pile, continuously devouring and recycling it to produce a rich organic fertilizer and valuable soil called compost.




What are the benefits of Composting ?

Compost helps sandy soil retain water and nutrients. As well as this it loosens tightly bound particles in clay or silt soil so roots can spread, water can drain and air can penetrate. Compost alters soil structure, making it less likely to erode, preventing soil spattering on plants (spreading diseases).




What are the challenges associated with Composting?

Creating compost that contains the right mix of minerals, moisture, particle size and temperature. Too little moisture will slow down decomposition, but too much can create odour problems.


What are some emerging trends in Composting ?

Soil Management And Health
Use of compost in landscaping and agricultural applications is the backbone of the compost marketplace. The product is popular in commercial (or professional) applications, as well as in retail (or homeowner) applications.

Environmental Applications And Infrastructure
Some of the most popular and high valued soil mixes containing compost are those created for storm water management, including roof top garden, rain garden, bioretention pond (etc.) .

Climate Change And Water Conservation
The effects of climate change are greatly impacting the world around us, with temperature and precipitation patterns changing. The most pronounced things have been the effects of violent weather anomalies (e.g., hurricanes, tornadoes). However, what is just as concerning are the droughts and floods affecting our ability to produce food and live normal lives. We know that soil improvement (using a stable source of organic matter) can help lessen some of the impacts. A movement to conserve and apply organic matter to the soil can both reduce irrigation requirements and improve storm water penetration, helping to reduce the impact of both drought and flood.


Specification
Through the work of many individuals in the composting industry, use of compost is being specified in large and important construction projects. These endeavors must be nurtured and expanded to ensure that compost markets continue to grow.


What can go into a Compost bin?

Composting Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M1kIpCBD3UI

 

And that's how to make compost !!!