Example resources and cost indication list
Here is a list of some items that are useful for your Community Composting Hub. We don’t endorse particular brands, and leave it to you to find the option that best works for you. Our tutors are available to assist you with further advice and answer any questions on this.
Item
Why you might need this?
Examples of options
Estimated Cost (EUR)
Scales
These would be used to weigh food scraps prior to adding them to your compost.
Plug in Digital Large-Scale LCD 150kg Portable Hanging Scale – for smaller weights – has a hook that can hang from a tree or similar – Variety here
€ 235
€ 8 – € 15
Long handled garden
fork
This is a useful tool for moving compost from one location to another i.e., moving compost into another bay.
€ 5 – € 50
Thermometer
This is only needed for Hot composting systems if you want to check that your heap is hitting the correct temperature.
Premium Stainless Steel Compost Soil Thermometer 50cm Length
€ 50
DIY composting
systems
Depending on where you are in your journey with composting, it’s not necessary to always purchase ‘New’ systems. A good Do It Yourself Project can work just as well if not better as you can design it to your own needs, at the same time as utilising other resources.
Make your own compost bin
Make your own worm farm
Make your own Bokashi bins
Eco Enzyme liquid
Home-made Eco Enzyme can be used in place of Bokashi zing, saving money.