Understanding the Importance of Carbon and Nitrogen in Composting

Balance carbon-rich materials like leaves and straw with nitrogen-rich materials like food scraps and grass clippings; maintain a 30:1 ratio of carbon to nitrogen for optimal composting; aerate the compost pile to speed up the decomposition process; monitor the temperature of the compost to ensure proper breakdown of materials; adjust the ratio of carbon and nitrogen as needed based on the composting process.