In the dense, buzzing rainforests of Central and South America, an extraordinary story of mutual survival is unfolding in the canopies. Meet the Azteca ants and their Cecropia tree hosts—partners in one of nature’s most fascinating composting systems. A partnership built over millenia The Azteca-Cecropia relationship is a relationship that has developed over millions of […]

Back in the 19th century, Albert Howard, considered one of the fathers of composting, was a big fan of adding lime to compost.  In recent decades, though, the practice has been discouraged by many composters who see it as unnecessary.  After all, lime is alkaline. While compost goes through some major pH swings, it usually