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Microbial inoculants are blends of beneficial microorganisms that help support the natural composting process.
They can help break down organic materials, encourage consistent decomposition, and support the production of quality finished compost.
The goal is simple: Get more value from your organic waste.
They can help under the right conditions.
Microbial inoculants may improve decomposition when your compost pile needs additional biological activity. However, results depend on the materials being composted, moisture, temperature, oxygen, and the product used.
Proper turning and moisture management are still essential for efficient composting.
They may help support a healthier composting process, but controlling odors starts with proper pile management.
Unpleasant odors often develop when compost becomes too wet, compacted, or oxygen-starved.
BioTurn helps address these problems by mixing and aerating the compost, while the inoculant application system allows you to introduce beneficial microorganisms during turning.
BioTurn makes applying liquid microbial inoculants simple.
The system features a 30-gallon tank and integrated spray nozzles that distribute the solution as the compost turner operates.
Three simple steps:
1. Mix your microbial inoculant with water according to the manufacturer's instructions.
2. Fill the BioTurn's 30-gallon tank.
3. Turn your compost while the spraying system applies the solution.
The turning action helps incorporate the inoculant throughout the material.
One operation. Two jobs completed.
No. Good compost can be produced naturally without added inoculants.
Healthy composting depends on the right balance of carbon and nitrogen, adequate moisture, oxygen, and proper temperatures.
Microbial inoculants are an optional tool that help support the process in certain situations.
BioTurn is designed to improve the turning and mixing process whether you use inoculants or not.
BioTurn is designed to help mix and aerate a variety of organic composting materials, including:
•Livestock manure
•Straw and crop residues
•Yard and landscaping waste
•Agricultural organic byproducts
•Other suitable compostable materials
Certain materials, including animal processing byproducts, may require specialized handling, temperature monitoring, and regulatory compliance.
The right mixture of materials helps create the conditions needed for efficient decomposition.
Use 1-2 gallons of inoculant per 1,000 cubic yards of compost (adjust for your product's concentration—follow label guidelines for best results)
For a standard 8-foot turner pass, that's about 0.5-1 quart per load, mixed with water for optimal flow.
If you're unsure how much to use, contact the inoculant supplier for guidance based on your composting operation.
If you regularly compost manure, straw, crop residues, or other organic materials, BioTurn's integrated application system will help simplify your workflow.
Instead of applying inoculants separately, you can combine the application process with your regular compost turning.
Spend less time handling material and more time producing valuable compost.