The Humanure Hacienda - Humanure Compost Bins

[hillbillyshaman]

is it ok to use pressure treated lumber?

[jcjenkins01]

I haven't tried it, but since the compost is used to grow food, I would think you would want it not to be in contact with the chemicals in pressure treated lumber.

[hillbillyshaman]

@jcjenkins01 What do you suggest to keep the wood from being broken down by the compost?

[jcjenkins01]

Just replace the boards periodically.

[ProfileMachiningLLC]

How many people does your two bin setup service? Are the dimensions of your bins discussed in your book?

[jcjenkins01]

@ProfileMachiningLLC This bin setup, designed for a family of 4-6, can handle about six adults. Dimensions are in the book.

[711shamn]

humanure could have more pathogens than herbivores - especially you nasty flesh-eaters. however, composting it right kills any pathogens...

[scrumptiousvittles]

This is revolutionary, or should be anyway... Thanks for posting these videos; they're a great supplement to the handbook.

[anonsummer]

this is a humanure compost? do you put it on your fruits and vegetable plants? Some people have said not to use it on edible plants, I don't see why there is any difference if it is aged for two years the bacteria roundworm dies, or through a temperature curing, why should horse, pig, cow, or any other type of manure, they are all the same are they not?

[jcjenkins01]

@anonsummer We have always used the compost in the kitchen garden - 30 years.