Turning the Compost Pile

Last fall, several truck-loads of seaweed, Garry Oak leaves, a pile of chipped wood from the orchard and farm, and a load of rotted manure were piled and mixed for composting. The tractor has been invaluable in keeping this pile turned and now in transporting  it to the gardens. In March, visitor Jochen Kumm practises his skills with the backhoe and bucket .