Composting for a New Generation: Latest Techniques for the Bin and Beyond

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Composting is no long only in the realm of environmentalists! It's not just about reducing food waste; most composters get their hands dirty because of the benefits it brings to the soil in their garden. All the extra nutrients makes for well-fed gardens with plenty of nutrients and rich moisture. Composting has "been under the radar screen until now, and seen as a boutique, West Coast thing," says Jared Blumenfeld, who oversees California as well as two other Western states and the Pacific for the Environmental Protection Agency. "But now everyone from Massachusetts to Minnesota has programs starting up, and pretty soon there will be a critical mass." Composting for a New Generation includes tried-and-true composting methods and new, innovative techniques. You'll learn the science of composting, traditional bin composting (including how-to sections on building your own bin), vermicomposting (with worms), composting with nature, keyhole gardens, organic composting, and using your finished compost. Composting for a New Generation is the most complete book to date for your organic soil needs.

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I highly recommend addingComposting for a New Generation to your reading list. After reading this book, you either be even happier that youre already a composter or decide to become one to receive all the benefits youre currently missing out on. Its a book that youll turn to again and again as a reference guide. * The Farmer's Garden *
Would-be and even experienced composters candiscover all about the science and practise of composting * Toronto Gardens *

Author Bio

Michelle Balz has worked for the Hamilton County Recycling and Solid Waste District in Cincinnati since 2002 and has been composting since she was a child. She is the author of the composting blog confessionsofacomposter.blogspot.com. This is her first book. Anna Stockton earned her BFA in Photography from the Savannah College of Art and Design and is a member of the American Society of Media Photographers. With over fifteen years of experience in professional photography, Stockton has worked for Cincinnati clients such as WCET-TV and national clients including Marc by Marc Jacobs, has taught as a photography instructor at the college level, and has worked as a photo specialist with Sony Digital Imaging. This is her first book.