After Ruining a Treasured Water Resource, Iran Is Drying Up

https://e360.yale.edu/features/iran-water-drought-dams-qanats

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How Often Should You Wet Down Your #Compost Heap?

Compost needs more than rotting kitchen scraps to work well. It needs water, air, and a well-balanced ratio of organic matter. Wet down your compost heap as often as necessary to ensure it’s moist, aerated, and warm throughout the seasons.

by Jerad Bryant and Sarah Jay
Last updated: July 11, 2025

"Without water, compost will turn dry, brittle, and crumbly. It won’t contain tons of microbes and worms; it’ll be half of what it can be with regular watering. So, the question remains: how often should you wet down your compost heap?"

Learn more:
https://www.epicgardening.com/wet-compost-heap/

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