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 ...

Spring is here and with it come lawn care and perhaps thoughts of planting a garden. One of the ways to reduce household waste and help to create a nutrient-rich soil for those gardens, lawns and ...

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 ...

Recycling has been in vogue for some time now, as humans attempt to try to live increasingly sustainable lives. We all have bins for the plastic bottles, the glass jars, the extra paper, but there’s ...

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?

Got rotting pumpkins? Could be time to start composting. Carrie Engel from Valley View Farms explains how composting works, and what you can do with the mulch.

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 ...

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, ...