The best gardeners know the simple truth about compost: It’s better than fertilizer when it comes to providing a nutrient-rich growing environment for plants. Composting is easy and inexpensive, and ...

There’s a reason gardeners in South Florida call compost “black gold” and why many of them produce it in their own yards. “I find composting empowering; you don’t have to wait on anyone,” said Lanette ...

By Liah Continentino As the holiday season arrives, so does a surge in food waste. A 2020 study by Penn State found that U.S.

Composting involves decomposing organic materials to create nutrient-rich soil. A compost pile needs a balance of green (nitrogen-rich) and brown (carbon-rich) materials. Maintaining proper moisture, ...

We’ve talked about the various ways leaves can be repurposed to help enrich your soil and encourage pollinators, but what about our garden trimmings and all that discarded food we tend to throw away?

BOZEMAN, Mont. - Students sitting in a Wednesday evening class were diligently taking notes as their teacher lectured. "It's not recommended to put meat, dairy or fat in your compost pile" said Kareen ...

Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District will be hosting a “Composting 101” program from 6:30 to 8 p.m. May 3 at the Middlefield Library, 16167 E. High St. Attendees can learn about composting ...