Composting
Fertile Grounds
Madison is currently placing a bulk order of compost bins and rain barrels for friends and neighbors to buy at cost. Order by October 7th. Click on the sheet below for information.
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Did you know that 26% of all waste is organic or vegetative (coffee grounds, fruits, vegetables peels, flowers, plants, grass clippings)? And, Organic waste produces the greenhouse gas, methane, which is 22% more potent than carbon. So, composting is an easy way to make a positive contribution to greener living!
Compost will improve your soil health and reduce the need for watering. Many companies make home composting units. Click on any of the links to get started today!
Compost will improve your soil health and reduce the need for watering. Many companies make home composting units. Click on any of the links to get started today!
- http://earthmachine.com
- http://natradinghouse.com
- You can also make your own composter; click here or go to the 'Useful Handouts' tab (under Resources) on this site for more information, or
- Get started here: http://epa.gov/recycle/composting.html