Composting is the process of turning organic waste, such as kitchen scraps and yard debris, into nutrient-rich fertilizer. This transformation is facilitated by microorganisms, including bacteria and ...

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. Haley ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Most gardeners understand the biggest benefits of composting at home: making your own powerful soil amendment that boosts soil ...

Most gardeners understand the biggest benefits of composting at home: making your own powerful soil amendment that boosts soil structure and fertility. You may have recognized the benefits but felt it ...

William Otieno, a farmer prepares compost manure in Kisumu. Hot composting is quite simple and requires a minimal amount of daily effort. Getting good compost can take a long time due to regular ...

Incorporating composting into your gardening routine is a great way to reduce waste and add nutrients and organic matter to your yard. It is basically creating free fertilizer while sending much less ...

If you haven’t started your composting journey, consider this your sign to begin. Turning your kitchen scraps and backyard waste into nutrient-rich plant food is easy, resource-efficient, and helps ...

Ginny Bartolone began writing DIY and home improvement guides nearly 10 years ago, covering everything from energy-efficient appliances to cracked foundations. Whether she's compiling cost information ...

First popularized in Japan in the 1980s, bokashi composting is a unique, indoor composting method that has a number of advantages over other composting systems. Not only is bokashi composting small ...