Compost — Composting Science & Practice Reference
Quick-reference skill for composting methods, the science of decomposition, and practical troubleshooting.
When to Use
- Setting up a composting system (home, farm, or municipal)
- Optimizing carbon-to-nitrogen ratios for faster decomposition
- Troubleshooting compost problems (smell, slow breakdown, pests)
- Choosing between composting methods (hot, cold, vermi, bokashi)
- Understanding the microbiology and thermophilic stages
Commands
intro
scripts/script.sh intro
Overview of composting — what it is, why it matters, and the basic science.
ratio
scripts/script.sh ratio
Carbon-to-nitrogen ratio — the key to successful composting.
methods
scripts/script.sh methods
Composting methods — hot, cold, vermicomposting, bokashi, in-vessel.
stages
scripts/script.sh stages
Decomposition stages — mesophilic, thermophilic, cooling, curing.
materials
scripts/script.sh materials
What to compost — greens, browns, and what to avoid.
troubleshoot
scripts/script.sh troubleshoot
Troubleshooting — smells, pests, slow decomposition, wet/dry problems.
quality
scripts/script.sh quality
Compost quality assessment — maturity tests, nutrient content, application rates.
systems
scripts/script.sh systems
Composting systems — bins, tumblers, windrows, static piles, aerated systems.
help
scripts/script.sh help
version
scripts/script.sh version
Configuration
| Variable | Description |
|---|---|
COMPOST_DIR |
Data directory (default: ~/.compost/) |
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