Compost Summary

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  • 6 Encyclopedia Articles

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Encyclopedia Articles (6)

582 words, approx. 2 pages
Compost Compost refers to a biological process that uses any one of several methods to speed up the decomposition of raw organic matter, usually by piling, aerating, and moistening. It is also the cru... Read more
496 words, approx. 2 pages
Composting As farmers and gardeners grow their crops, nutrients are removed from the soil as the plants grow and produce fruit. To keep the soil in condition for future crops, nutrients must be reintr... Read more
611 words, approx. 3 pages
Composting, Microbiological Aspects Composting is the conversion of organic material, such as plant material and household foodstuffs, to a material having a soil-like consistency. This material is ca... Read more
110 words, approx. 1 pages
Co-Composting As a form of waste management, composting is the process whereby organic waste matter is microbiologically degraded under aerobic conditions to achieve significant volume reduction while... Read more
1,585 words, approx. 6 pages
Composting Composting is a fermentation process, the break down of organic material aided by an array of microorganisms, earthworms, and other insects in the presence of air and moisture. This proce... Read more
1,271 words, approx. 5 pages
Composting Decomposed biosolids (e.g., leaves, crop residue, animal waste) have long been used to recycle plant nutrients and enhance soil fertility. It is one of the most ancient of agricultural inno... Read more