Most of what goes into US 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, which ...
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You don't have to wait for your ugly old stump to rot away, because it's easy to cover up a tree stump and turn it into a raised garden bed. Here's how.
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There’s always more to be done when it comes to reducing food waste and working sustainably. How far are restaurants and caterers willing to go?
Learn composting basics from browns and greens to hot composting techniques. Whether you have a garden or not, backyard composting reduces waste and creates nutrient-rich soil.
The use of food waste compost in gardening presents a viable alternative to commercial potting mixes, balancing sustainability and plant health.