Composting. What is composting? Composting is a biological process that occurs when tiny, microscopic organisms break down old plant and animal tissues.

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Composting

What is composting? Composting is a biological process that occurs when tiny, microscopic organisms break down old plant and animal tissues and recycle them to make new, healthy soil. These old plant and animal tissues are often called organic wastes.

How does the compost process work?

Our Compost Bin

What’s Inside?

What can you compost? Apple Cores Orange Peels Leaves Grass Coffee Grounds Tea Bags Banana Peels

Materials you CANNOT compost: Cheese Dairy Products Meat Products Pet Waste

Weekly Care= Stirring (Air)

Water

Trash/Recycle/Compost

Why compost?

30% of Landfills

Take care of the Earth.

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