How to Compost
Closed bin
Court5Composts uses closed bins to prevent the spread of coconut rhinoceros beetle. This method keeps other critters out, too.
Composting in a bin basically involves mixing your compostables together in something like a large trash can, a horse trough, or some other enclosed container and letting nature do its thing. You're going to want to do this outside, but you don't need a ton of space. Ideally, you'll have at least two bins going at a time.
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Read more about what you'll need and see a step-by step guide.
Vermicomposting, or worm bin composting, is probably the most accessible type of composting. You can do it inside or out in a very small footprint.
​We recommend reaching out to the Oahu Worm Ohana to get started. They'll help you get set up and offer great resources.
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Read more for some worm bin tips.
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Bokashi
Bokashi composting involves a fermentation step and a composting step. It works for any kind of food waste. First, you ferment in an air-tight bucket with a drainage valve. Then, you either bury the fermented food waste or add it to your closed bin system with an equal helping of browns.
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Read more about what you'll need and see a step-by step guide.