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Windrow composting is the production of compost by piling organic matter or biodegradable wastes, like animal manure and crop residues, in long rows. This method is suited to produce large volumes of compost. These piles are generally turned to improve porosity, oxygen content, mix, control moisture, and redistribute cooler and hotter portions of the pile. The design and fabrication of a local composting turner machine was the main objective in the present study. The machine was modified and fabricated from local materials at a private sector company which was established through the Regional Council for Agricultural Research and Extension in collaboration of Agriculture Engineering Research Institute. The present research work was conducted at Gimaza research station, Gharbia Governorate to test evaluate the machine performance. The main objectives of this work were: