Some musings about your musing, Rick:
---- You present lots of good info. It's a wised decision to organize them, as there is so much that could be expanded upon.
---- is hotter (compost) always better? It can depend on your aim. If your purpose is to kill weed seeds, then probably. But realize there is always a trade off. As you (and others) say, stuff composts practically no matter what. I think you will find this interesting and helpful. Lots of ideas that deserve rumination:
http://permaculturenews.org/20...
---- "Mineral nutrients" has thrown me for a loop. Never heard the term applied to N, P and K. I think it will need explaining (especially to me!).
