Black Soldier Fly Larvae In Compost

This is a good article on these creatures.  They can also be a beneficial part of a humanure composting system as humanure provides ideal conditions for them.

Composting Using Black Soldier Flies (BSF) and Their Effect On Earth Worm Bins

 

A Planting A Day Keeps Monsanto Away

I’m not the most organized person and I tend to procrastinate – not the best qualities for someone who is trying to produce their own food.  It’s easy to become overwhelmed.  So, this time of year I do my best to follow a rule:  Plant something every day.  Two days ago it was Arikara Yellow beans and sunflowers.  These beans are sort of a half-runner climbing 3 feet or so and I’m hoping the

Water and Waste

Here are a few pictures of how we handle water and waste issues.  I received a comment about the quality of our finished compost.  This is about a year old.  There is no odor except an earthy, molded leaf smell.