Collect organic materials such as kitchen scraps, grass clippings, dry leaves, and manure
Chop or shred the materials into small pieces
Mix green materials with brown materials
Add water to keep the mixture moist, not soggy
Place the mixture in a compost bin, pile, or container
Turn the pile regularly to add air
Wait until the materials break down into dark, crumbly compost
Use the finished compost by mixing it into soil or placing it around plants
For liquid fertilizer, soak compost or manure in water and strain before use
For chemical fertilizer, follow product instructions and mix the ingredients carefully
Store fertilizer in a dry, sealed container away from children and pets