"Mike" wrote in message
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I've been doing SFG in raised beds for a couple of years now, and
there is now an accumulation of left over roots in the beds from past
plantings. I imagine they compost at some time, but do they compost
quickly in the beds? Is it OK to leave the old roots in the beds or
are they going to hinder roots/plants of future plantings?

Thanks.

Fukuoka farming - leave the roots in the soil to break down. Spread above
soil grown plant detritus on the surface of the soil and your friendly worm
mates will take care of the rest. Job done, sit back and enjoy a bottle of
home brew cider.

rob