Principles of peeling and composting Simple methods of peeling and composting. With the improvement of living standards, fruits have become an indispensable part of our daily lives. What comes with it is a large amount of peel garbage. The peel not only pollutes the environment, but also wastes precious resources, and the peel can be turned into treasure and become a "green fertilizer" in our family. Let me introduce you to a simple and easy method of peeling and composting. The principle of peels retting The peels are rich in organic matter and nutrients, such as nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, etc. Through retting, the organic matter in the peels can be decomposed and transformed into nutrients that can be absorbed by plants. The heat generated during the retting process can also kill bacteria in the soil and improve soil fertility. Simple method of composting peel 1. Preparation material-peel: The peel of various fruits can be used, such as apples, bananas, oranges, watermelons, etc.
- Plastic bucket or vat: used for holding peel and fermentation.
- Stick or branch: Used for stirring.
2. Peel treatment Clean the collected peels to remove impurities. Note that rotten peels, peels with pesticide residues and nuclear peels (such as watermelon peels) are not recommended for composting.
3. Bucket Put the processed peel into a plastic bucket or large vat, taking care not to fill it too full and leave room for fermentation.
4. Add water and add appropriate amount of water to the bucket. The amount of water should not exceed the peel. The water should not be too much to avoid excessive odor.
5. Stir with a wooden stick or branch to fully mix the peel with the water.
6. Seal the bucket with a plastic film or lid to maintain an oxygen-free environment.
7. Fermentation Place the sealed barrel in a ventilated and cool place. Generally, fermentation takes 1-2 months. During the fermentation process, heat and odor will be generated in the barrel. This is a normal fermentation phenomenon.
8. After fermentation is completed, pour the compost liquid into a plastic bucket and add a proper amount of water to dilute. The diluted compost liquid can be used to irrigate flowers, plants, vegetables, etc. Notes 1. During the composting process, the condition in the barrel should be checked regularly to avoid excessive odor caused by rotten peel.
2. During the fermentation process, ensure that there is an oxygen-free environment in the barrel, otherwise the fermentation effect will be affected.
3. Retting liquid should not be stored for too long, and it is best to use it within one year.
4. When using compost liquid, pay attention to the concentration to avoid burning plants.
Peel composting is a simple and easy environmentally friendly method. It can not only reduce peel waste, but also provide rich nutrients for flowers, plants and vegetables. Let us act together and contribute to a green home!