Farmers, ranchers, and livestock owners may be able to reduce their waste-hauling expenses by composting their own organic wastes and manures, thanks to the updated San Diego County zoning ordinance. This update offers increased flexibility and simplifies onsite composting. Join us at Fallbrook Riders, Inc. to learn about what is possible for your property/operation and tour their manure composting system. This workshop focuses on the zoning and regulatory requirements for small to medium-sized farm/ranching operations in unincorporated San Diego County. If you’d like to learn how to begin or manage manure composting, join us at the Valley Center Library on June 13 for our Manure Composting For Backyard Farmers Workshop, visit Programs — Solana Center for Environmental Innovation or reach out for additional assistance.
This workshop will cover:
The details of the County’s updated zoning and permitting process
What types of composting are permitted on your property
How much can you compost before needing a permit
Your first steps for participation (forms, facts, and figures you’ll need to know)
The benefits of composting with manure
Cost reductions
A tour of Fallbrook Riders Inc.’s manure compost pile
If you reside in unincorporated San Diego county and are wondering how to get started, have a large amount of organic materials you’d like to compost or have neighbors interested in establishing a community composting program, this workshop is for you.
