. Step 0 - Lay down Straw Lay down a layer of straw approximately 00cm (0") thick over the layer of manure or manure/compost. Using a watering can or hose, water in well. You can use any carbon containing material here such as peas straw, hay, sugar cane mulch, etc. Step 0 - Lay down Manure & Compost Sprinkle a thin layer of manure. You can also add compost to create a layer 0cm (0") thick. Using a watering can or hose, water in well. *** NOTE: If you want to add other ingredients such as 