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|Name=Compost
|Name=Compost
|Image=File:Soil-compost-normal.png
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|Stackable=64
|Stackable=64
|Material=Soil
|Drops=n/a
|Fertility=65%
|Drops=Compost
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'''Compost''' is a [[soil]] block that can be created by players.
 
'''Compost''' is a fertilizer item that can be created by players.
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== Creation ==
== Creation ==
Compost is created by placing 64 [[rot]] in a [[barrel]] and sealing it for 20 days.<br>
 
[[Rot]] is the result of food decay and may be removed from [[containers#Meal_Containers|meal containers]] by throwing them in water.
Compost is created by placing 64 [[rot]] in a [[barrel]] and sealing it for 20 days. [[Rot]] is the result of food decay and may be removed from [[containers#Meal_Containers|meal containers]] by throwing them in water.


== Usage ==
== Usage ==
Compost has a maximum nutrient level of 65% and thus is the best alternative for farming if [[Terra Preta]] cannot be readily obtained.<br>
 
It can be converted to farmland using a [[hoe]]. For more information, see the [[Farming|farming guide]].
Compost can be applied to the soil to replenish nutrient levels, especially Nitrogen.
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As a type of [[soil]], compost is best harvested with a [[shovel]].<br>
Compost can be crafted with Medium Fertility Soil to create High Fertility Soil, which has a maximum nutrient level of 65% and thus is the best alternative for farming if [[Terra Preta]] cannot be readily obtained. For more information, see the [[Farming|farming guide]].
However, farmland blocks cannot be picked up and replaced once converted. Breaking farmland destroys the block.


== Storage ==
== Storage ==
Compost blocks can be transported in the player inventory, stored in [[containers#stationary|containers]], or placed in the world.


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Compost can be transported in the player inventory, or stored in [[containers#stationary|containers]].
 
 
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