COMPOST
by Gulkhan Rakhmanova
1. Reduction of wastes to the environment
1.1. organic wastes = 25-50% of general rubbish
1.2. food waste = methane gas = the potent greenhouse gas
2. Prevents the use of chemical fertilizers
2.1. reduction of natural humus
3. Great for plants and gardens
3.1. increase organic matter
3.2. balance pH
3.3. control of soil erosion
3.4. absorption of nutrients
4. Conservation of resources
4.1. water, energy and fuel
5. Saving money
5.1. reduce the taxes for rubbish