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Been making compost for about 3 years now from scythed weeds (fresh & dried as hay) & chicken manure primarily.
Following the 'Berkley Method' and Elaine Ingham's advice.

Halfway though the process I sprinkle in AZOMITE powder.

I use a lot of it for compost extract to use on many acres of perennials & annuals throughout the year.
some gets used for starting seedlings ~50/50 sand/compost mix.

Here's some pics showing this year's progression (2019):



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Nice, Jason!  That is quick for sure.

What else do you do as part of the composting, e.g., how often do you turn the pile, do you add water, etc....
 
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Whoops, sorry, I see you reference the Berkeley method, which answers my questions.
 
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