Compost is a natural bridge between living and dead organic matter, and one that we have the ability to construct very easily. In nature, it takes one hundred years for one inch of soil to be produced. In your own backyard, you can create nutrient rich soil, which is especially useful for fertilizing plants in your garden or around your home. Composting is a natural cycle, which allows organic waste to decompose, with all of its nutrients returning to the soil. There is no reason why you could not begin a compost pile right now.
Winter is as good a time as any to start.
If you already have one, you should continue layering it with organic materials throughout the cold season. To create compost, you need a shallow hole or a bin. The ideal size for a compost pile is about four or five feet high by three feet square. You will also need things to put in it, such as organic kitchen and yard waste. The only other thing required is a small amount of time and effort each day.