Isopods, also known as roly-polies or pill bugs, are small crustaceans that play a valuable role in breaking down kitchen scraps and garden waste. They feed on decaying vegetables, fruit peels, fallen leaves, and soft plant matter, shredding them into smaller pieces and increasing the surface area for microbes to act on.
As they move through compost, isopods help to improve aeration, creating better conditions for beneficial microorganisms to thrive. Through this natural process, they contribute to the conversion of food waste and garden trimmings into nutrient-rich compost, supporting a more efficient and low-maintenance composting system.
