Did you know that microbes generate heat as they do their job of decomposing your food scraps?
If you always wanted to start making your own nutrient-rich fertilizer, save money and boost your vegetable harvest, this book has the answers you need.
The Black Gold Composting Guide reveals the secrets within the warm layers of a compost heap and gives both hobbyists and pro composters practical guidance on:
• What not to compost
• How to start composting with worms
• Best location for your compost bin
• Composting in small spaces
• How to avoid pests and odors
• Can I compost in colder climates?
• Secrets of Hot Composting
• Making liquid fertilizer with compost tea
You'll close the cover with all the knowledge you need to be a composting specialist today.
Beyond countless practical tips and tricks, the Black Gold Composting Guide explains the complex science behind composting in easy-to-read terms and explains trusted composting methods along with new, innovative techniques. Even composting veterans will discover new insights on how large-scale farms use compost to enhance yield and make their produce richer and healthier.
In its final chapter, the book also explores the future of composting: What do other countries do? Who are the agencies and local movements that drive change towards a greener agriculture? What are the environmental impacts of composting for soil and air? Finally, Black Gold Composting Guide provides ideas on how to promote the practise of composting in your neighbourhood and family.
Black Gold Composting Guide shows great ways of recycling your food and yard waste and turning it into productive and beneficial material that your plants will adore. Producing your own compost provides so many benefits that you will soon see the difference not only to your vegetable plants and flowers but to your wallet too. Composting is something anyone can do to get the most out of their garden.
With this book, enjoy the adventure of "Black Gold Composting" and discover how composting can benefit you and your garden.
A portion of the proceeds from this book will be donated to a local charity in Montreal, Canada.
