Aerobic Composting
Aerobic composting is the process that requires oxygen for composting and aerobic bacteria are very efficient in breaking down organic matter very rapidly. In fact, the whole process of aerobic process can be completed in less than six weeks.
Additionally, aerobic microbes don’t let off smelly gases as a by product, as in the case of anaerobic composting. Hence, aerobic composting is virtually an odorless process and obviously the most preferred method of composting.
The first step in the process of aerobic composting is to add the materials to be composted. Meat or dairy products, including egg yolks, must be avoided in aerobic composting, as these materials produce foul smell while they decompose. Materials that are ideal for aerobic composting are vegetable peelings, cooked rice, pasta, old bread and other kitchen scraps. Also, plant trimmings, floor sweepings and pet hair can also be added.
There are many more items such as yard trimmings, dead leaves, grass clippings, dead flowers, saw dust, chopped hay or straw and many more. Initially, aerobic composting would need sufficient bacteria to break down the materials. Ideally, aerobic composting needs to maintain a temperature of about 160 degrees Fahrenheit to kill the weed seeds and germs that may grow in the compost.
So, if all these steps are followed in aerobic composting rich, quality compost would be ready, faster in a matter of few months to offer bigger better plants, flowers and rich vegetables. Aerobic composting is an environment friendly and healthy way of gardening.
