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Composting

Composting is the controlled biological decomposition of organic material through heat generated by microorganisms. The stabilized organic material, called 'compost,' looks and smells like soil.

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Vermicomposting

Vermicomposting is a process that relies on earthworms and microorganisms to help stabilize active organic materials and convert them to a valuable soil amendment and source of plant nutrients.

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