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Garden Compost Troubleshooting

Fix common compost issues

Troubleshooting compost means correcting smells with more browns/aeration, deterring pests by covering food and avoiding meat/dairy, and speeding slow piles with moisture and turning.

Fix Smells

Add browns and air; avoid soggy piles.

Stop Pests

Bury/cover food scraps; avoid meat/dairy; use lids if needed.

Speed Up

Add moisture if dry; turn to aerate; chop inputs smaller.

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