When Orange County master gardener Bill Brooks lifted the lid of a composting bin, hundreds of red wiggler earthworms burrowed into the soil to hide from the light. “They like the dark,” Brooks said. ...

In simple terms, compost is the product of controlled biological decomposition of organic material in an oxygenated (aerobic) environment. As bacteria, yeast and fungi digest the organic waste, ...

The Miami-Dade Department of Solid Waste Management (DSWM) hosted a demonstration and site visit at the South Dade Landfill ...

Composting is a great way to eliminate food waste and clean the air, according to two Girl Scouts at Northland Public Library in McCandless on Aug. 7, who were there hosting a hands-on activity to ...

Learn how compost tea can effectively combat pests and diseases while enhancing plant productivity. This video explores the benefits of compost tea, a nutrient-rich brew made with beneficial bacteria ...

As summer fully sets in it is a good time to assess how our gardens are growing. Consider what is growing well, and what is struggling. Then you may want to look further to determine why some plants ...

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. — Returning for its second year, the Saratoga Springs Community Compost Program is still accepting registrations for its 2026 season, which is set to begin in April. What ...