There a lot of options for composting, and some are fairly extreme, but if you have your own garden and rely heavily on composting, here are some options for you.
Humanure Handbook - Humanure Toilet
People are typically opposed to this concept because they are so comfortable with the convenience and simplicity of a flushable toilet, and they don't want to have to deal with the smell, but from what I've read, there are ways to cut down or completely eliminate the smells associated with this method, and if you have a large garden, and you need to find easy and cheap ways to fertilize, this method can be very easy and cost effective. Plus, it cuts down on your water usage.
There are so many things around the average home that can be composted, including paper trash, uneaten leftovers, other perishable foods that have expired, lawn scraps and leaves. Here is a link for some basic information on composting that includes plans and instructions on how to build composting bins.
Composting 101
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