Compost Wildlife Exclusion Guide
A compost wildlife exclusion guide with steps for keeping rodents, raccoons, and other animals out of compost piles and bins while the compost keeps working.
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The steps on this page
- Choose a site and bin type
- Use sturdy wire mesh
- Set a solid base
- Keep lids tight
- Avoid meat and dairy scraps
- Bury new food scraps
- Check for holes and digging
- Keep area clear of cover
- Record problems and repairs
How to use this guide
Read the steps once through before you start, then keep the page nearby while you work. Use the notes lines to add what your own setup needs.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with eXtension and USDA NRCS.
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