In an environments created solely by nature, there is a variety of plant and animal life, ranging from the very small to the very large. Nature has created a natural system for post and disease control. However, when we only incorporate limited variety in our landscapes, the system of checks …
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The term “browns” is used to denote organic materials high in carbon, more specifically, materials whose carbon to nitrogen ratio is higher than 30:1. (Materials high in nitrogen are referred to as “greens”). Achieving a carbon-to-nitrogen ratio of about 30:1 is one factor in creating favorable conditions for backyard pile …
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An entire cubic-yard pile is built at the same time, and finishes decomposing at the same time. This is the opposite of the
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Substances found in places such as plant sprouts and human urine which stimulates growth in plant tissues promoting root formation. SOURCE: www.mastercomposter.com
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Air temperature, i.e., the temperature of the air around the pile and not affected by the heat of the pile. SOURCE: www.mastercomposter.com
Mais »AGGREGATION
A mass or body of individual units or particles. Healthy soil has good aggregation. As microorganisms and worms feed, they form polysaccharides which act like glue to hold individual soil particles together, creating groups, or aggregates, of particles. This loose formation allows soil to hold both water and air, and …
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A compost pile that is not turned (static), but is aerated through ventilation pipes that run through the pile. These may be PVC pipes with holes drilled into them. SOURCE: www.mastercomposter.com
Mais »AERATE, AERATION
To aerate soil is to introduce air into the soil. This can be accomplished by many methods including plowing, roto-tilling, using a pitch fork or pole to punch holes into the earth. SOURCE: www.mastercomposter.com
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Activators are additives to the compost pile which contain a nitrogen source or sugars. Their purpose is to increase microbial activity. Generally, adequate nitrogen organic waste is the only activator needed. If you have insufficient nitrogen, a substance like cottonseed meal may be added to encourage decomposition. SOURCE: www.mastercomposter.com
Mais »Seminário sobre Sequestro de Carbono
Horário: das 8h30 às 18h Local: Conselho Regional de Química Rua Oscar Freire, 2039 – São Paulo/SP Objetivos: – Promover o intercâmbio e a atualização de informações sobre o Mercado de Carbono. – Reunir informações para a tomada de decisões. – Conhecer as principais expectativas e previsões para os próximos …
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