Created: Jan 05, 2007
Updated: May 31, 2007
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Composting

408773115_5db90a8337_m Photo source Composting is the practice of biologically decomposing organic waste, such as kitchen scraps and animal manure, in aerobic conditions to produce a soil-like product that can be reused as mulch or organic fertilizer. Composting is the recycling of organic waste and nutrients to improve the condition and fertility of the soil.

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decomposition, aerobic, biological, plant, organic waste, garbage, recycle, reuse, compost, vermiculture, worm composting, sustainable agriculture, manure, sustainable farming

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Tn_190268511_7ba80f5027_m EcoHood is a website created to educate people about the current state of the human /environmental relationship as we see it, and offer real solutions based on eco design, green building and permaculture principles such as recycling water, growing food, and raising animals. EcoHood also acts as a forum for the perspectives of indigenous leaders and eco-revolutionaries of our time.
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Tn_114202286_03a98b0650_m The Composting Toilet System Book shows a full range of ecological waste management solutions from cottage eco-toilets to whole-house composting toilet systems with micro-flush toilets and graywater gardens. Navigate the wide range of viable, cost-saving options with this complete guide to choosing, installing and maintaining these systems for conserving water, recycling nutrients and preventing pollution, while avoiding sewers and septic systems. This revised edition provides updated regulatory information, new build-it-yourself designs, and more.
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Featured Organizations

Tn_353068732_d96a6f829a_m Cre' Composting Association of Ireland Teo was formed to promote public awareness of composting practice, to infuse best practices into composting in Ireland and to develop an information storehouse on composting and compost utilization.
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Tn_103230207_ee17909879_m Institute of Natural Organic Agriculture is working in this field since 1992 and is an pioneering organization in research and extension of Earthworm Biotechnology Sustainable Agriculture and Decentralized Waste Management.
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Did You Know?


The compost process closes the food cycle and returns valuable soil enriching nutrients in food and other organic waste to the soil. When returned to the land, finished compost improves soil texture, water-holding capacity and increases nutrient levels.

Quote

"One man's compost is another man's potpourri."

How the Grinch Stole Christmas


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