Seaweed Flies In Compost

Question

Help. I composted seaweed which must have had kelp flies in it. My compost bays are now alive with kelp maggots. What do I do? Thank you.

Answer 1

This can be mitigated, mostly, by turning the pile as frequently as possible. This article will offer information on the subject:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/composting/basics/houseflies-in-compost.htm

This article will help you to encourage soldier flies in your pile, which will discourage other fly species:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/composting/basics/soldier-flies-in-compost.htm