Did you know that when food rots without oxygen, it creates a greenhouse gas called methane? Methane is a greenhouse gas that causes climate change.
Separating recyclables from the trash helps the environment, but you could help even more by composting. Kitchen scraps, yard waste and even scrap paper can
The best day of the year to start a composting program in your home, school or workplace is April 22. This is Earth Day, when
As Spring approaches, your vermicomposting bin will start to need some attention. Take a look inside your compost bin. You should see dark, crumbly “dirt”
There are several reasons why you might want to separate your composting worms from their bedding. Perhaps it is time to harvest the finished compost.
Upon reading the title, you would probably start thinking about a compost pile that creates ready-made lasagna or produces lasagna ingredients. Well, you’re absolutely wrong
As spring approaches, many gardeners are thinking about growing their own seeds into small plants – called “starts.” Using compost is a great way to
Worm composting also known as vermicomposting is the use of earthworms to convert organic waste into fertilizer. If you are already an avid composter
I know there are a lot of chicken lovers out there, and some of them may be asking the same question; Is it a good
In 2009, the city of San Francisco, California, started a mandatory composting program as part of its waste management plan. All residents and businesses are
If you’ve ever had worms die off unexpectedly, you’re not alone. One of the biggest challenges gardeners and composters face—especially in early spring—is dealing with
If you’re starting a compost bin or preparing your garden for spring, you’ve probably come across two popular options: Red Wigglers and European Nightcrawlers. Both
Healthy soil is the foundation of every thriving garden. As spring approaches, gardeners begin preparing beds, improving soil structure, and looking for natural ways to
Early Spring Prep Series February is when gardeners across the United States start planning for spring. Seed catalogs are open, compost bins are thawing, and
