As the Compost Turns

One fascinating thing about compost is the variety of microorganisms that live within.

• Bacteria
• Psychrophiles
• Mesophiles
• Thermophiles
• Actinomycetes
• Fungi
• Sowbugs
• Earthworms
• Millipedes
• Nematodes
• Mites
• Protozoa
• Springtails
• Centipedes

Soil is filled with life. Here is a quick list of this life.

Bacteria

Bacteria can digest nutrients in the soil.

Fungi

Fungi transport nutrients along fungal filaments. Mention mycorrhizal colonization.

Protozoa

Protozoa are single-celled organisms. Protozoa eat bacteria.

Nematodes

These are small worms.