Build your pile on well-drained soil in sun or shade. Place a plastic barrier underneath if pests are a concern. Use a ...

If you want to reduce waste and grow healthier plants but don’t have a backyard, composting is still possible.

Create a ring of chicken wire, about a hug’s width in diameter, and simply deposit dry leaves in the fall. The leaves will ...

Want to learn how to make compost for your garden? Not only does compost help your plants grow stronger and healthier, but it's also the perfect way to reduce waste and do your part for the ...

Most of what goes into U.S. landfills is organic waste, ranging from household food scraps to yard trimmings. That’s a problem because in that environment, organic waste is deprived of oxygen, which ...

Composting provides a host of benefits. It enhances soil nutrition, helps curb trash smells, and, of course, has major climate benefits. But if you’re new to composting, you may run into some of these ...

The costumes are back in the closet, the candy’s long been consumed and the leftover pumpkins are starting to turn into mush ...

Pumpkins in landfills break down and emit methane, a potent greenhouse gas. There are several places in the Triangle to drop ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Composting toilets are gaining popularity for a good reason—they ...