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Will compost attract rats?

Question:
Will compost attract rats?
Answer:
Rats may visit your compost heap if they are already present in the area, but composting does not generally attract the rats in the first place. Placing the compost bin on a hard surface can help, although this will reduce the composting process. If you are concerned about rats, using builders mesh across the bottom of your bin is a better option to allow beneficial bacteria, fungi and insects to access the material from the soil and kick-start the decomposition process.

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