Aim for a ratio of 30 parts browns to 1 part greens by weight. Introduce a homemade DIY compost starter during the early stages of composting when bacteria are most active. Add extra nitrogen ...

Taylor County Extension will hold back-to-back compost and rain barrel workshops this Saturday, Sept. 14, starting at 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., respectively. The workshops will be held at Forest ...

Homemade compost is a nutrient-rich material made from decomposed organic materials like food scraps and leaves. It’s a key component when it comes to organic gardening and it can be used in a ...

For instance, a compost can last up to a year if you store it in a cool place. A well-balanced compost contains many micronutrients that will be slowly released up to one year. A homemade compost ...

There are many types of compost bins to choose from, but below are some of the most suitable types for using outdoor. Manual composters: they are small and affordable, but require manual composting, ...

Never throw food scraps in the trash again! A kitchen compost bin is one of the most useful investments you could make right now. Not only does it help you reduce waste, but it also transforms all ...

Research, including his experiments conducted over many years at his Somerset farm, Homeacres, shows that home-made compost ...

In my opinion every gardener should try and maintain their own compost bins; trust me you will need a lot of compost for growing on your plot! Homemade compost results from the microbial and fungal ...