Compost Coast to Coast

"Earth knows no desolation. She smells regeneration in the moist breath of decay."

 Our mission at Compost Coast to Coast is to educate the nation on the importance of
composting  food scraps and yard waste in order to free up space in our overflowing landfills. We aspire to help people set up and maintain personal or communal compost systems not only to enhance their own personal lives, but also to better the state of their local communities.

What is Composting?

"Composting is nature's process of recycling decomposed organic materials into a rich soil known as compost."

10 Reasons to Compost

  • Yard and food waste make up 30% of all waste. Composting kitchen and yard trimmings help divert that waste away from overflowing land fills and waterways.
  • You can significantly reduce pest problems (and accordingly, use of pesticides).
  • Healthy soil leads to healthy plants that look better, produce better, and have a greater ability to fight of pests and diseases.
  • Adding organic materials to soils improves moisture retention.
  • Adding decomposed organic material to the soil feeds beneficial organisms
  • Compost amends both sandy and clay soils.
  • Compost provides a balanced, slow–release source of nutrients that helps the soil hold nutrients long enough for plants to use them.
  • Composting saves money–you avoid the cost of buying soil conditioners, bagged manure etc.
  • Feeding your plants well will improve your own diet. Plants grown in depleted soils have a reduced nutrient content.
  • Home composting is a valuable tool in educating children about nature and the cycle of life.

Who can compost?

ANYONE! Composting is steadily gaining popularity in schools, farms, restaurants, cities, and residences across the nation. Venture into your town and you're likely to find compost bins alongside the recycling and garbage containers you're already familiar with. Composting is practical and simple; applicable in any environment. Join the movement today!

Basics to Know

The composting process can take anywhere from a few months to a few years to complete. Finished compost can be used both outdoors and indoors as a natural fertilizer for plants. Composting is generally done outside in a backyard, but people with apartments can turn to vermicomposting indoors. Although the task itself is not overly complicated, there are some guidelines you need to know. Check out our "Starting Out" page to find all the info you need!

Questions?