Starre Vartan is an environmental and science journalist. She holds an MFA degree from Columbia University and Geology and English degrees from Syracuse University. Did you know that when applied to ...

Compost has a reputation for nourishing soils, but large- and small-scale growers should consider its benefits and risks before solely depending on it for key nutrients. Compost is a great tool for ...

Compost has a reputation for nourishing soils, but large- and small-scale growers should consider its benefits and risks before solely depending on it for key nutrients. Compost is a great tool for ...

When it comes to eco-friendly bathroom solutions, incinerator and compost toilets stand out as two of the most popular alternatives to traditional plumbing. The difference between the two is their ...

Composting can feel tricky to get the hang of when you’re just getting started, but we promise it’s a rewarding step—both for yourself and the planet—toward cutting down on the waste we all inevitably ...

In 2011 alone, more than 36 million tons of food waste was generated, with only four percent diverted from landfills and incinerators for composting. It comes as no surprise that more food reaches ...

Don Baltes said he tops off his garden each year with the help of Olmsted County. Recently, he visited the county’s compost site at 305 Silver Creek Road NE to pick up a few buckets of fresh compost. ...