School Composting: Bins Overview

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Managing Your School's Bin System

The following section provides the key components to understanding and managing a compost bin system properly. The quality of your composting system will significantly impact its value as a learning opportunity. Understanding a few key logistics will initiate proper compost management right from the start. At this point let’s assume you have sized, designed, and built your school’s bin system and you are ready to start planning your compost piles.

Step 1. Source quality materials
Step 2. Recipe development
Step 3. Charging the pile
Step 4. Blending materials
Step 5. Monitoring the piles
Step 6. Turning the piles
Step 7. Finishing the piles
Step 8. Using compost on-site