gave a big turn today and this is the bottom 30 centimeters (I added some clipping before the picture). I started in november, but all this stuff is probably from april or may since I added more over time.
There are already some clump of decently usable compost but not much
How much do I have to wait?
and also, would it be a good idea to sift and throw it again in the pile?
by Short-Perspective-97
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Depends on the temperature and such. But it also looks like you got a bunch of sticks. They take a bit longer to break down. Add more greens and pee.
You have usable compost at the bottom – not much. If you sift through 1/4″ mesh hardware cloth, any of that sifted material can be used – particles that small will add the benefits that compost can offer. I would recommended more frequent turning.
A active pile takes 2-6 weeks a non active pile can take over a year