Reply To: Using Wood Chip to make Compost

[John]

Hi MPG

I didn’t mean to put you off using the manure straight away. In my first year I used the FYM as it was as I didn’t have anything else and I was aware that it was the best way to get the soil working as per Charles’ method. Not so good for carrots, but for planting larger crops – potatoes, brassicas, squash, courgettes, etc. – it worked well in spite of some slug damage. It is only in subsequent years that I have had the luxury of being able to store for a year.

Good luck with your new project.