Toss the orange rinds, banana peels and other produce scraps into the compost bin. Mix, repeat. For some, composting is done without a second thought. For others, it's a confusing process that may not ...

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 ...

If you’re like many, you’ve taken notice of the growing interest in composting. Maybe you’ve heard about its benefits, seen an uprise in compostable products on the market, or are looking for new ...

Many landscape plants can benefit greatly from amended soil. Our native sandy soil drains readily and doesn’t do so well with holding on to soil nutrients and water. But you can produce your own ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Composting toilets are gaining popularity for a good reason—they ...

Where there’s a will, there’s not always a way. Ben Stanger has composted his whole life, starting with a backyard bin when he was a child. But when he wanted to expand his composting efforts and ...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Composting our way to a greener future. The City of Jacksonville is trying a new way to help restaurants keep food waste out of landfills. Sunshine Organics & Compost is the first ...

At the first public hearing on Pittsfield’s plans to overhaul its trash and recycling policy, Dominick Villane, an apartment building property manager, made a point about how food waste affects the ...

HENRIETTA, N.Y. — Neighbors of a growing, commercial compost pile in Henrietta are fed up. It’s not only the smell that’s keeping them up at night, but the possible environmental impacts of what’s ...