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How can I get rid of woodlice in my compost bin?

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Woodlice prefer cool, moist conditions and feed on dead or rotting plant material, so they do a good job in the compost. However, too many can indicate your compost is cold / wet, so turn it regularly. Use Nippon Woodlice Killer from Vitax as a last resort.

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