WW2 5-Minute Organic Compost Pile – No Pallets

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N8-e7n_-aic I like the video, although I'm not sure why she keeps stepping on the contents- compressing it is going to impede airflow a bit. Also, if you're looking for manure to add to the pile... look in the mirror!  Humanure Handbook is the holy grail. With this much space available and a desire to do things the old way, composting humanure will be right in line.  All she needs is a sawdust source to really nail it.

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Trash Less- Compost Your Shredded Paper!

If you have an all-in-one single stream recycling program, chances are your shredded paper isn't getting recycled due to its size- it falls through the gaps in the machinery. Skip ahead in the video below to 3:34... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yl1auc_MluQ Shredded paper has a 100% chance in your backyard compost pile, however- just be sure to keep the plastic windows from envelopes from getting in. Although shredded paper by itself won't propel a compost bin, it's a welcome addition in small amounts. Give it a shot!

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