Shortly after moving into my rental in 2017, I delightedly discovered three compost bays already built down the back of the garden. It took me five years to realise those cruddy old bays were the main ...

Most of what goes into United States landfills is organic waste, ranging from household food scraps to yard trimmings. That's a problem because in that environment, organic waste is deprived of oxygen ...

Sonoma County is about to roll out the red carpet for some unlikely celebrities: worms. With two composting workshops on the calendar this fall, locals have a chance to see firsthand how these slim, ...

Overflowing garbage mounds have become a daily sight in Manesar, exposing gaps in waste management despite repeated promises and the creation of the Municipal Corporation of Manesar (MCM) in 2021. A ...

The owner of a 45-acre tree farm in Calverton has until the end of the month to remove piles of compost from the site after community complaints prompted nearly a dozen town violations, according to ...

Westwood is starting a composting pilot program that aims not only to reduce waste going into landfills but also to save money for the borough. In early 2019, Councilwoman Erin Collins, who also ...

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Microorganisms are usually a welcome guest in compost, but larger pests like ants may be problematic. Ants are attracted to compost for warmth, shelter, moisture, and food. Before you look for ways to ...

In early spring, Cheryl Monical’s cattle often graze a swath of meadowland east of Cache Creek, pausing to drink at the edge of a spring-fed marsh. Monical and her husband hold a grazing licence for ...

Have you ever wondered if you can compost sourdough starter to invigorate that backyard heap? This tangy mix, left over from home baking, tends to accumulate over time as it is discarded after the ...