Composting 101

Composting 101: Transforming Waste into Wealth

Robert Breton

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Composting
  • Overview
  • Curricculum
  • Mentor

Introduction to Composting (Duration: 30 minutes)

  • Understanding the Basics of Composting
  • Importance of Composting in Agriculture
  • Different Types of Composting

 

Science of Composting (Duration: 45 minutes)

  • The Composting Process: Biological and Chemical Aspects
  • The Role of Microorganisms in Composting
  • Composting Ingredients: Greens and Browns
  • The Carbon-Nitrogen Ratio

 

Building Your Compost Pile (Duration: 45 minutes)

  • Choosing the Right Location
  • Starting Your Compost Pile
  • Layering: Greens, Browns, Water
  • Compost Pile Sizes and Shapes

 

Maintaining Your Compost Pile (Duration: 30 minutes)

  • Turning and Aeration
  • Moisture and Temperature Management
  • Recognizing Composting Issues and Solutions

 

Vermicomposting: Composting with Worms (Duration: 30 minutes)

  • Introduction to Vermicomposting
  • Setting up Your Worm Bin
  • Worm Species for Vermicomposting
  • Maintenance of the Worm Bin

 

Utilizing Compost in Your Garden (Duration: 45 minutes)

  • When is Compost Ready to Use?
  • Applying Compost to Your Garden
  • Benefits of Compost to Soil and Plants
  • Compost Tea: The Liquid Gold

 

Troubleshooting and FAQs (Duration: 15 minutes)

  • Troubleshooting Common Compost Problems
  • Composting Myths and Misconceptions
  • Frequently Asked Questions

 

Community Composting and Advancements (Duration: 30 minutes)

  • Community and Large-Scale Composting Operations
  • Innovations and Advances in Composting
  • The Future of Composting in Sustainable Agriculture

Chapter 1: Introduction to Composting (Duration: 30 minutes)

Chapter 2: Science of Composting (Duration: 45 minutes)

Chapter 3: Building Your Compost Pile (Duration: 45 minutes)

Chapter 4: Maintaining Your Compost Pile (Duration: 30 minutes)

Chapter 5: Vermicomposting: Composting with Worms (Duration: 30 minutes)

Chapter 6: Utilizing Compost in Your Garden (Duration: 45 minutes)

Chapter 7: Troubleshooting and FAQs (Duration: 15 minutes)

Chapter 8: Community Composting and Advancements (Duration: 30 minutes)

Mentor

Robert Breton

About Mentor

About: With a PhD in Soil Sciences from the University of Agronomy, Dr. John Greenfield has over 10 years of experience in the field of organic farming. He has been instrumental in pioneering sustainable practices that maintain soil health. A published author of three books on organic agriculture, Dr. John believes in imparting knowledge that ensures a better future for our planet.

Specialization: Soil Science and Sustainability

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