Food waste takes up a lot of landfill space. Turning that garbage into something good for the Earth is the goal of a growing number of community composters. But not all cities welcome the effort.

Most residents can and should try composting, and with fall just around the corner, there is no better time to begin. Compost is decomposed organic matter. Scientifically, compost is referred to as ...

“Our best hope for a better future lies in communities coming together to care for the land we inhabit. Losing city-funded community composting programs will make that much harder.” A rally to save ...

Last week, David White closed the books on a grant-funded composting initiative, ending a two-year program based in the Ojai Valley which served schools and community gardens in several local cities.

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Community composting is growing across the country but problems arise as cities lag behind in regulations and zoning laws. Why not all cities are welcoming community composters A MARTÍNEZ, HOST: Food ...

Community composting is growing across the country but problems arise as cities lag behind in regulations and zoning laws. Food waste takes up a lot of landfill space. Turning that garbage into ...