The composting of faecal materials follows the same biological processes as the composting of other organic waste. Therefore, the optimal conditions for the composting of faecal matter are a C:N ratio of 25 30:1 and a moisture content of 50 - 60 % (Table 3). However, the composition of human faeces shows low C:N ratio and a high water content. Besides, human faeces have a low structural stability. Therefore, only materials with a high C:N ratio, low moisture content and high structural stability should be added to faecal materials. Straw, bark and wood chips are considered to be good bulking agents.
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