Humanure Recycling: A Composting Toilet for Garden Compost

By Carol Steinfeld And Claire Anderson
Published on June 1, 2002
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An organic gardener reaps the results of conscientious composting: free fertilizer. Properly composted, humanure is a safe, nutrient-rich amendment.
An organic gardener reaps the results of conscientious composting: free fertilizer. Properly composted, humanure is a safe, nutrient-rich amendment.
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Gardening using humanure.
Gardening using humanure.
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Diagram: Composting toilet anatomy.
Diagram: Composting toilet anatomy.

Learn about how to use humanure recycling created from a composting toilet.

Composting toilets are a world away from
the odoriferous outhouses of yesteryear. And low-flush
conventional toilets offer an option for those unprepared
to recycle human manure. To save money, extend the life of
your septic system and help protect water quality, read on.

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