Do the home compost tumblers have any value/are they efficient/etc.?
The main benefit of compost tumblers and bins is to keep debris tidy and make turning the compost easier. The more air you get into compost (by turning it), the faster it breaks down. Bins also help keep animals from digging in the pile. But they aren’t necessary. Compost happens as long as there is organic material, air and water. Q: Is compost purchased from the city of good quality? A: The compost industry in Oregon is competitive, which is a good thing. The better compost they produce, the more they’ll sell. Plus, the city is invested in recycling yard debris in order to keep it out of the waste stream. So, the answer is yes. But so is compost made by other facilities. Any compost, bagged or loose, should be inspected before you buy it. The best signs of healthy compost are a good, clean smell and a crumbly texture. If the compost smells sour, don’t buy it. Q: Do I have to wait for all the goodies to break down into compost, or could I conceivably just shovel some salad leftovers i
