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Composting?

Posted: Wed Sep 01, 2010 2:37 pm
by PythonzEve
So, I found a 24" x 140' roll of recycled heavy paper that has no dies, chemicals or additives and is 100% recyclable and biodegradable for the bottom of the cage. I am wondering if bird poo is considered fine for composting into edible garden compost, or should it be put with my lawn/tree composting that I put my dog's stuff into?

On the paper is plenty of poo, feathers, shredded paper, cardboard and cotton bits, and uneaten pellet, fruit/veggie, seed and nut pieces. I know that manure from rabbit, goat, cow and whatnot are fine for garden composts, but I'm not sure of birds?

Thanks to anyone that has the answer!

Re: Composting?

Posted: Mon Sep 06, 2010 2:01 am
by Miss Jojo
Chicken poo is a VERY popular fertilizer so I dont see it being an issue at all.

Re: Composting?

Posted: Mon Sep 06, 2010 12:26 pm
by PythonzEve
Thank you so much Miss Jojo!

Re: Composting?

Posted: Sat Sep 18, 2010 10:57 pm
by Melika
If it's anything like chicken manure, make sure it's fully composted before using on plants. Chicken manure is very strong and can 'burn' your plants if not fully composted. ^^

Re: Composting?

Posted: Mon Sep 20, 2010 7:18 am
by PythonzEve
Thanks Melika! This will likely compost over the winter until next spring, but I'm down in the south (Georgia) so it'll still be warm enough to break down :o)