On a microscopic level, composting refers to a biological process where bacteria, fungi and even worms break down organic material to generate a product that looks like soil but is technically a soil ...

There are plenty of local and online retailers selling compost bins. Want to make your own? DIY plans abound on the Internet. Traditional wooden bin The classic compost bin is a wood-framed box, ...

The best compost bin is the one you’ll actually use. I tried two popular styles and have a clear favorite. Barrel-style compost bins (left) make tumbling your compost easier, while box-style bins ...