Broadfork on Nostr: The hot compost pile was at 66°C/151F today so it’s had three days over 65°C. Two ...

The hot compost pile was at 66°C/151F today so it’s had three days over 65°C. Two days at that temperature is sufficient to kill weed seeds and pathogens.

10 litres of rainwater and lactic acid bacteria (LAB) diluted 1:1000 was added to the pile.

The pile had its first turn, outside to in.

Within an hour of turning it had heated up from 53°C/137F to 59°C/138F.

The pile should remain above 55°C/131F for the next three days when it will be turned again. #Compost #Composting #SolarPunkSunday