Compost Science

The process of how compost is made – and how it benefits soil and plants – is fascinating. It’s also useful, as an awareness can help you create faster compost, better soil and healthy, luxurious plants.

If you’re new to the science of composting, we suggest starting with The Science of Compost – How Compost Happens!

Carrots lying on a small mound of compost.

Compost Is Secret To Growing More Nutritious Veg Says New Study

Compost News, Compost Science

5th April 2023 In a groundbreaking new study, researchers have discovered that using compost can significantly improve both the growth and nutritional quality of vegetables, specifically carrots. The scientists behind the study were experimenting with a compost that had been made at high temperatures.  The compost used in the study contained the bacteria Baccillus, a […]

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Wood chips in compost.

Researchers Unveil Secrets to Effective Home Composting

Compost News, Compost Science

30th March, 2023 Bulking agents key to effective composting – scientists identify the best ones to use As global warming and waste management continue to dominate headlines, a team of Greek researchers has identified some of the keys to efficiently transforming food-waste into quality compost within just 21 days.  The research highlights the urgent need

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Compost C:N Ratio Calculator & Comprehensive Material Tables

Compost Science, How to Make Compost

Looking for a handy Carbon-Nitrogen Ratio List to guide your composting efforts? In this article, you’ll find a comprehensive table of C:N ratios for everything from food waste to manures—and even a simple calculator to help you mix materials. C:N Ratio Calculator Select materials from the dropdown or add custom ones. The calculator will help

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Front cover of Compost Science for Gardeners.

Compost Science for Gardeners: Can Robert Pavlis’ Book Help You Create a Thriving Garden?

Compost Science, Culture

Compost science is a fascinating topic, but getting a decent grasp of it online often means wading through realms of densely written material.  Simply put, science-based articles on compost are rarely written for the layperson.  So when I was recently offered a copy of “Compost Science for Gardeners: Simple Methods for Nutrient Rich Soil” for

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Mycorrhizal fungi sprouting from the ground.

Mycorrhizal Fungi: The Underground Network That Feeds Your Plants

Compost Science, Vocabulary

Soil, when looked after, works wonders.  In fact, after years of abusing soil with tractors, chemicals and artificial fertilisers, we are only just starting to learn how well it works when treated well.  Much of that wonder comes down to Mycorrhizae Fungi.  Contents What is mycorrhizal fungi? Mycorrhizae fungi is a family of fungus that

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