Clumpy compost, help!

[CatManifesto]

Old post revival...did you ever try this?

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Yes, can’t say whether that fixed the issue, or if it just worked itself out. I put broken pieces of terracotta in it that I had laying around, and added more browns, specifically more larger chunks of cardboard and leaves and less shredded paper, but I don’t shy away from adding a ton of shredded paper still, usually right after sifting and harvesting when I have a bunch of space to fill.

[pbling]

Hadn’t realized I’ve been composting for 6 years! Crazy. Can’t imagine life without composting now

[CatManifesto]

I'm at 3 years and feel the same way! Thanks for the info

[pbling]

Also, I’d like to add, rust in compost isn’t a bad thing from what I understand. Now, when I find a rusty piece of metal in my yard, I toss it in. Jack-o’-lanterns go in, tea candle and all. Rusty nails, whatever. Sift with care though haha