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I have aquired a composting bin from our council but the level is not going down, any idea why?

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I have aquired a composting bin from our council but the level is not going down, any idea why?

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A. For a compost bin or heap to work satisfactorily there are several things that have to be implemented. 1. the waste being added should be a mix of greens and browns ie. greens are the vegetable waste, peelings etc and the browns are paper, cardboard, leaves etc, these should be about half and half, this should all be damp when added to the bin, 2.it is also advisable to try and chop it up into smaller pieces, this gives a bigger surface area for the all important bugs and bacteria to get to work on. 3.When its time to add the next batch, give the last lot in the bin a really good stirring with a strong fork, try and get it turned over, this allows more air in for the bugs and bacteria to continue thriving. 4.Do not overload with any one particular waste material, grass cuttings are a favourite for this mistake.