Composting for a new generation: latest techniques for the bin and beyond, paperback/michelle balz

Composting is no longer only in the realm of environmentalistsIts not just about reducing food waste; most composters get their hands dirty because of the benefits it brings to the soil in their garden.

All the extra nutrients make for well-fed gardens with plenty of nutrients and rich moisture.

Composting has ``been under the radar screen until now, and seen as a boutique, West Coast thing,`` says Jared Blumenfeld, who oversees California as well as two other Western states and the Pacific for the Environmental Protection Agency.

``But now everyone from Massachusetts to Minnesota has programs starting up, and pretty soon there will be a critical mass.

`` Composting for a New Generation includes tried-and-true composting methods and new, innovative techniques.

Youll learn the science of composting, traditional bin composting (including how-to sections on building your own bin), vermicomposting (with worms), composting with nature, keyhole gardens, organic composting, and using your finished compost.

Composting for a New Generation is the most complete book to date for your organic soil needs.