# Anyone know the best style pitchfork for turning a compost pile?

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Look at the Orange or Blue big box store & see which of these might work.

Cheapest - Spading Fork - short handle.  
Most Expensive - 10-tine Bedding Fork - may hold more than you want to lift.  
In Between - 5-tine Manure Fork.

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