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If you've settled down and aren't moving around much, establishing a compost pile is a practical solution. You can start a new pile each year, letting the previous piles decompose fully for a couple of years. This ensures that by the time you use the compost, it's safe and effective as a soil amendment. For the nomads among us, when you’re on the move, think of your compost like a diaper—something to be disposed of in conventional waste streams. Remember to double bag it to prevent any accidents or tears, which keeps things sanitary and smell-free.