Compost

In general, the composting process goes through several distinct heat phases. When a compost pile is built well, it can reach high temperatures around 100 F in as little as a few days. This is ..

Many people compost in their backyard without any pest problems whatsoever, but we recognize that attracting animals can be a concern. Check out these helpful Fact Sheets linked below, and we will briefly summarize some ..

Composting worms may be purchased online and ship directly to your door! Refer to the list below for more information. In general, 1 lb. worms = 1,000 worms. 1 lb. per 2 adults in your ..

Moisture is an important component of the composting recipe! For fast, hot composting, ensure that your compost pile is significantly damp, but not too wet. A good rule of thumb is to aim for 45-55% ..

UCRRA’s Recycling Outreach Team offers a Spring Compost Bin and Rain Barrel Sale that features many different options for home compost bins and accessories, including tumblers, enclosed bins, vermicomposting bins, leaf storage, turning/mixing tools, and ..

Not all organic wastes will break down completely or safely in a backyard composting system. Home composters (and especially beginner composters) should avoid certain items that may be more problematic.

Garden Wastes: Diseased plants, chemically-treated plants ..

Not all organic wastes will break down completely or safely in a backyard composting system. Home composters (especially beginner composters) should avoid certain items that may be more difficult to manage. Backyard compost piles are ..

Composting has many benefits! Food waste makes up 24% of the material buried in landfills. When food and other natural materials are landfilled, they break down anaerobically and off-gas methane, a potent greenhouse gas that ..

New York State and Ulster County passed mandatory organics recycling laws the regulate large food scrap generators only. Residents are certainly encouraged, but not required, to compost under these laws. Learn more about these laws ..

Master Composters know that the secret to fast, hot composting is a balanced recipe of browns and greens. Different plant materials will impart different physical or chemical qualities to the composting process, which is why ..

With sanitary management techniques and best practices, it’s easy to prevent nuisances like odors and pests. Food scraps should be stored in a sealed, leak-proof container and the container should be regularly emptied and rinsed ..

Yes! Because food waste makes up a large portion of the waste stream, composting can help reduce waste disposal costs. When combined with other waste reduction and recycling practices, these costs savings can be substantial. ..

A waste audit is the practice of studying and recording the amount and types of waste generated at a specific location. Waste audits can be a facility walk-through or an actual “trash sort” where waste ..