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The Scoop: November 2019
\nThe Importance of Composting<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Composting is nature’s process of recycling decomposed organic material, such as leaves or food, into rich soil known as compost.<\/p>\n

What is and isn’t compostable?<\/strong><\/p>\n

“If it used to be alive, chances are, it’s compostable.” This even includes things like napkins & paper towels.<\/p>\n

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Why is it Important?<\/strong>
\nOrganic matter makes up about two-thirds of all materials in the waste stream. By composting, we can keep organic matter out of landfills and use it to provide nutrients and helpful micro-organisms to lawns, gardens, and potted plants. Think of compost as a protein shake for your garden!<\/p>\n


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Composting can easily be done in your backyard- using very little space! There are several DIY composting bins that would fit any size yard. Click on the picture <\/strong>below for more info!<\/p>\n

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Indoor Composting is also a great and convenient way to sustainably get rid of food waste, right in the comfort of your own kitchen! Click on the below picture<\/strong> for ideas on how to achieve this!<\/p>\n

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Benefits of Composting:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Enriches soil, helping retain moisture and suppress plant diseases and pests.
\nReduces the need for chemical fertilizers.
\nEncourages the production of beneficial bacteria and fungi that break down organic matter to create humus, a rich nutrient-filled material.
\nReduces methane emissions from landfills and lowers your carbon footprint.<\/p>\n

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Please see the below blog regarding things you can & cannot compost:<\/p>\n

By: Greg Lewis<\/p>\n

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Instead of tossing your kitchen scraps, why not put them to work as compost? Just as there are many reasons to garden<\/a>, there are plenty of reasons to compost. Compost is broken-down organic matter that you can use as a fertilizer<\/a> for your lawn and garden. Make compost by tossing food scraps and \u201cbrown material\u201d such as leaves and newspapers into a pile or container. Bacteria and fungi break down these materials, turning them into compost. A healthy compost pile is pest- and odor-free. Make your own by using the following tips on what you can and can\u2019t compost.<\/p>\n

Carbon\/Nitrogen Ratio<\/h2>\n

An essential part of composting is getting the right carbon\/nitrogen ratio<\/a>, which is 30:1. Compostable materials fall into two categories: \u201cbrowns\u201d and \u201cgreens.\u201d<\/p>\n