Why compost?
Composting is eco-friendly and saves you money. Yard trimmings and food scraps, taken together, make up a large portion of commercial and residential discarded resources. Composting is one of the most economical and effective methods of recycling these organic materials, and it prevents organic waste from releasing methane, a potent greenhouse gas, in the landfill. Additionally, businesses can save significantly on trash hauling fees by composting instead of throwing food waste away.
Visit our main office at 137 N. El Camino Real in Encinitas to see many different types of composting in action!
The Food Cycle Model
Almost half a million San Diegans live in food-insecure homes, including over 150,000 children. At the same time, 40% of the food in America is thrown away instead of eaten. Feeding people is not a food shortage problem, but a networking and logistics problem. The Food Cycle model works to forge vital connections between farmers, landscapers, restaurants, grocery stores, and food banks.
Composting Resources
If you’re new to composting, or an experienced gardener who just needs a refresher, you can get the dirt on compost here. Don’t forget to check out our upcoming Compost Workshops!
If you want to really dig deep, become a Master Composter.
