Learn three ways to keep composting through winter for nutrient-rich soil ready for spring planting.

Composting at home has many benefits, from enriching the soil with nutrients to reducing methane emissions by diverting food waste from landfills. People typically compost fruit peels, vegetable ...

Want to take your garden to the next level? Composting benefits the environment, plus, it’s a fun way to nourish your plants for the best growth possible. If you’re new to composting, I talked to ...

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.

Some food scraps, like meat and dairy, shouldn’t be composted in an outdoor bin, but can you compost bread? Most types of bread, pasta, and baked goods are usually safe to compost as long as you ...

Whether you’re building an outdoor compost pile or participating in a local pickup program, a dedicated countertop compost bin makes managing kitchen scraps cleaner and more convenient. The best ...

Which compost bin is best? Food waste is a major problem in the United States. The U.S. Department of Agriculture says that each day, people throw out an average of 30%-40% of the food they buy. But a ...

Pineapple peels are dense, tough, and prickly. But that doesn't mean they last forever. Prepped properly, they make a great ...

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