Methods
A hobo logger was added to each bin to record temperature.
Starting with week three compost was turned every other week.
When turning, temperature data was downloaded into computer.
A squeeze test was performed to see if bins needed water.
The schedule of turning paused when the bins froze (12/14/04).
The schedule resumed on 2/8/05 to record temperature during freezing months and any visual observations.
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Final Composition of Bins (10/31/04) |
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Bin Number |
Brown Material (leaves) |
Green Material (lake weeds) |
Compost starter |
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One |
128 gal unmulched |
None |
2 bags |
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Two |
128 gal mulched |
None |
2 bags |
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Three |
74 gal unmulched |
54 gal |
2 bags |
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Four |
74 gal mulched |
54 gal |
2 bags |