I've got a compost pile that has a nasty population of fruit flies. Probably started because I left veggie waste in the open for too long before adding it to the bin and dressing it.
Is there easy way to keep them from reproducing? Maybe a garden-safe additive I can put on the pile? The bin is outdoors and well away from my house, so they're not a real problem, but they make turning the pile a serious annoyance.
That's me!
I think I need to invest a couple hours into gathering a bunch of leaves to use as browns. I'm definitely on the green-heavy side. I've had good success in the past with composting, but I think I've just been neglecting this pile too much.
Is that just for heat reasons, or is there more to it? I use a tub that holds a little over 100 gallons (best guess 10-12 cubic feet).
Maybe its time I went to vermiculture. I've always liked the idea, but never had a compelling reason to build a good place for worms.