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Re: [compost_tea] Re: Simple CT maker



Yes, the bucket method is an easy way to start and the article is great. However, there is a reason there are so many great commercial machines all of the sudden. One has to remember that the Taunton article was written at the dawn of infancy of CT even if it was only a few years back!
 
Ted, re bubble size....let's see what Dr. Elaine's research has shown. My memory is not as good as it was, but last year there was a flurry on this list regarding bubble size and if I am not mistaken the conclusion was a bit bigger than the aquarium stones is needed.
 
 Yes, there is more surface area in smaller bubbles, but energy is also key here in stripping out the microbes. Again in my experience, testing bucket systems vs those with bigger pumps is that you get much better tea with more aeration.
 
Cheers,
 
Jeff L
 
 

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