Composting for a New Generation - by Michelle Balz (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br><i>Composting for a New Generation</i> covers the ins and outs of modern composting techniques, including vermicomposting, composting with nature, keyhole gardens, and urban composting, along with ideas for using homemade compost.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>Whether you garden on a small city lot or on a large country property, <i>Composting for a New Generation</i> covers everything you need to know to make great compost quickly. </b> <p/> Composting is not just about <b>reducing food and yard waste</b>; it's also about<b> improving the health of your soil</b><b>and the productivity of your garden</b>. Compost is full of nutrients and beneficial microbes that help plants thrive, but store-bought compost is expensive and often comes packaged in non-recyclable plastic bags. Instead of running to the store to purchase compost, <b>learn how to make your own rich, earthy compost</b> and <b>watch your garden thrive</b>. <p/><i>Composting for a New Generation</i> explains the complex science behind <b>effective and efficient composting</b> in layman's terms and includes detailed information on <b>tried-and-true composting methods</b> right along with new, innovative techniques. From traditional <b>bin composting</b> (including step-by-step instructions for building your own bin) and <b>vermicomposting</b>, to <b>keyhole gardens</b> and <b>trench composting</b>, you'll close the cover with all the knowledge needed to <b>be an expert composter today</b>. Plus, you'll learn how to use all that "home cooked" compost successfully. <i>Composting for a New Generation</i> is the<b> most complete book to date </b>on organic composting.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>I highly recommend adding <i>Composting for a New Generation</i> to your reading list. After reading this book, you either be even happier that you're already a composter or decide to become one to receive all the benefits you're currently missing out on. It's a book that you'll turn to again and again as a reference guide.--<i><b>The Farmer's Garden</b></i><br><br>Would-be and even experienced composters can discover all about the science and practise of composting--<i><b>Toronto Gardens</b></i><br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><p><b>Michelle Balz </b>is a long-time backyard composter with a passion for reducing our impact on the planet and the author of <i>Composting for a New Generation</i>. She spends her days writing laid-back advice for home composters in the Confessions of a Composter blog, teaching classes on backyard composting, and learning everything she can about composting, recycling, reusing, and waste reduction. Since 2002, Michelle has worked as a solid waste (a.k.a. garbage) professional encouraging residents and businesses to reduce their waste and use fewer resources. Michelle has a bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies and a master's degree in Professional Writing, both from the University of Cincinnati. She lives in Cincinnati, Ohio.</p><p><b>Anna Stockton</b> earned her BFA in Photography from the Savannah College of Art and Design and is a member of the American Society of Media Photographers. With over fifteen years of experience in professional photography, Stockton has worked for Cincinnati clients such as WCET-TV and national clients including Marc by Marc Jacobs, has taught as a photography instructor at the college level, and has worked as a photo specialist with Sony Digital Imaging. This is her first book.</p>
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