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On-Farm Composting

Review of soil biology and their functions

  • Understanding the carbon cycle

  • Principles of thermal composting and vermi composting

  • Compost pile types and construction

  • Utilizing farm resources

  • Recipes for optimum composting –diversity is the Key

  • Monitoring and maintaining compost piles

  • Assessing compost quality

  • Equipment Options

  • Site Selection and Layout

  • Technical Tools

  • Methods of application

Course Tutor Steve Erickson | Chaos Springs

Morning & Afternoon tea provided, bring your lunch

Cost: $250.