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Abstract: The unstable and very windy climate of Denmark has entailed that practically all composting of manure for mushroom growing is now carried out indoors and, as far as possible, in a room which can be closed and ventilated according to requirements. In this manner the composting can be carried out more systematically. The temperature of the atmosphere can be kept at a more constant level, thus making it possible to effect a surer and quicker composting and at the same time the finished compost will be more adequately disinfected. However, the atmospheric temperature will influence the period of composting to some extent. When this temperature is 10° C. (50° F.) or so the manure will be composted m 21— 28 days, during which period it must be kept relatively dry. When the temperature of the atmosphere is above approx. 10° C. (50° V.) the composting will be effected m 16—21 days, and the humidity of the manure will have to be greater, as the evaporation of water will be more intensive, and a greater amount of water will have to be added.
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