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Food-Waste Composting Gains Greater Appeal.
by Nate Rafn
May 2010
The process of composting is one of the most important aspects of gardening and agriculture.
Composting is defined as the intentional decomposition of plant
and animal matter by various bacteria, fungi, and insects. In
farming (urban and rural), composting is a highly economical
method of converting unused organic matter into a valuable
product that builds and enriches the soil.
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