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several municipalities in California (USA) and elsewhere, have been established
throughout the world. To ensure proper compost processing and reduction of pathogen potential, the California Integrated Waste Management Act of 1989 has decreed
a minimum threshold compost processing temperature of 3 consecutive days of 55
degrees Celsius or higher.
3.3.1.2 Aerobic (Hot) Composting
The materials below, produced by the New Mexico State University (NMSU, Las
Cruces, New Mexico, USA) Skeen Compost Club, highlight the more common
forms of smaller-scale compost processing, compost utilization, and “troubleshooting” tips. Other Guides from NMSU include Backyard Composting Guide H-110
by John Allen and Circular CR637- Managing Organic Matter in Farm and Garden
Soils by Robert Flynn and John Idowu.
Aerobic composting is the controlled decomposition of organic materials typically by bacteria. For small-scale compost systems, basic recipes include incorporating (by turning with a shovel) nitrogen-based non-meat/non-dairy kitchen food
scraps or fresh green landscaping material in addition to a shredded carbon source
such as shredded newspaper, torn up paper egg cartons, etc. The material in your bin
should always be about as moist as a wrung-out sponge (add water to your compost
bin as needed).
Tip: Shoot for 30:1 carbon to nitrogen (incorporate much more carbon-based
material than nitrogen)
3.3.1.3 Vermicompost
Vermicomposting is a method of composting that utilizes worms (specifically red
wigglers) as the primary decomposers. Worm castings (poop!) are an excellent plant
food and fertilizer for indoor/outdoor plants and landscaping.
3.3.1.4 How to Maintain a Vermicompost System
1. Place the bin in a shady area (not too hot and not too cold, e.g., the bin can be
kept under the kitchen sink; the worms won’t leave the bin unless they are not
getting something they need).
2. Feed them a Vegan diet (non-dairy/non-meat kitchen scraps, including coffee
grounds, paper towels, tea bags – less any metal, fruit and vegetables scraps,
etc.).
3. Ensure the worms have access to sufficient air (check the bin has enough holes
for air circulation).
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several municipalities in California (USA) and elsewhere, have been established
throughout the world. To ensure proper compost processing and reduction of pathogen potential, the California Integrated Waste Management Act of 1989 has decreed
a minimum threshold compost processing temperature of 3 consecutive days of 55
degrees Celsius or higher.
3.3.1.2 Aerobic (Hot) Composting
The materials below, produced by the New Mexico State University (NMSU, Las
Cruces, New Mexico, USA) Skeen Compost Club, highlight the more common
forms of smaller-scale compost processing, compost utilization, and “troubleshooting” tips. Other Guides from NMSU include Backyard Composting Guide H-110
by John Allen and Circular CR637- Managing Organic Matter in Farm and Garden
Soils by Robert Flynn and John Idowu.
Aerobic composting is the controlled decomposition of organic materials typically by bacteria. For small-scale compost systems, basic recipes include incorporating (by turning with a shovel) nitrogen-based non-meat/non-dairy kitchen food
scraps or fresh green landscaping material in addition to a shredded carbon source
such as shredded newspaper, torn up paper egg cartons, etc. The material in your bin
should always be about as moist as a wrung-out sponge (add water to your compost
bin as needed).
Tip: Shoot for 30:1 carbon to nitrogen (incorporate much more carbon-based
material than nitrogen)
3.3.1.3 Vermicompost
Vermicomposting is a method of composting that utilizes worms (specifically red
wigglers) as the primary decomposers. Worm castings (poop!) are an excellent plant
food and fertilizer for indoor/outdoor plants and landscaping.
3.3.1.4 How to Maintain a Vermicompost System
1. Place the bin in a shady area (not too hot and not too cold, e.g., the bin can be
kept under the kitchen sink; the worms won’t leave the bin unless they are not
getting something they need).
2. Feed them a Vegan diet (non-dairy/non-meat kitchen scraps, including coffee
grounds, paper towels, tea bags – less any metal, fruit and vegetables scraps,
etc.).
3. Ensure the worms have access to sufficient air (check the bin has enough holes
for air circulation).
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