The Master Composter

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The Mastercomposter says

You must remember to aerate your compost regularly

Here are two methods to achieve this

You can use a broom handle to push through the compost thus making holes in it which allows airflow and also allows insects to move around freely

Or you can buy a composting aerator as in the picture on the left which is specially designed for the job

I have ants in my compost heap - why are they there and how do I get rid of them?

Ants are present because your compost is too dry. The easy way to get rid of them is to open the top of your compost bin and allow the rain in. The ants won't like this and will move on elsewhere

step-by-step instructions for successful organic composting