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Old 01-24-2008, 10:03 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Default Re: Composter

I like the sideways pickle-barrel variety (80 to 100 gallons) with a side door, rachet stop, geared or motorized crank. Its just plain easier to get your wheelbarrow underneath it when it comes time to "harvest" the compost. You'll find plenty of manufacturers, or make one cheaply from portable cement mixer parts.

The amount of time to cure depends on what you put in it along with the outdoor temperature and humidity. I've used the inexpensive compost starter from Whitney Farms on more than one occasion to jump start my pile.
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