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Compost Operator Training - April 17, 2019

The MNCC is pleased to announce a Compost Operator Training and Emerging Issues Workshop on April 19, 2019 at the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum

When: Wednesday, April 17, 2019
Where: University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, MacMillan Auditorium
Time: Tentatively 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Registration-Members: $120 (full day); $60 (half-day)
Registration-Non Members: $150 (full day); $75 (half-day)
Scholarships are available.


The agenda is broken into two sessions: 
Session 1: Compost Operations
Session 2: Emerging Issues


For full information and registration Click here.

If you wish to be a sponsor of the event, please contact the MNCC at compostmn@gmail.com.

Register your 2019 Spring Plate to Garden events today

Yes, there's snow on the ground, but Spring is just around the corner. It isn't too soon to start planning a Spring Plate to Garden event or your non-profit, business, or school.

Take advantage of International Compost Awareness week and schedule your Plate to Garden during the week of May 5-11, 2019.

Visit the MNCC Plate to Garden page for more information.
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Economic Impact Study

The MNCC is proud to present the Economic Impact Study of the Minnesota Compost Industry! Published in December 2018, this study dives into the composting world and takes a comprehensive look at the economic impact and economic growth potential of Minnesota's composting industry. With direct comparisons drawn between recent data and data gathered in the MNCC's 2014 Economic Impact Survey, these newly released results showcase the vibrant, growing compost industry in Minnesota.
  • Economic Impact Study of the Minnesota Compost Industry

Members Only Web Area

MNCC has launched a members only area of the website.  The first area added is a "Members Events" webpage.  Members will be able access reduced member registration rates for all MNCC workshops and trainings.

MNCC members were emailed an invite to create their own username and password to receive access to these pages.  If you did not see the email in your inbox, check your junk folder.  If you still aren’t seeing the email, send us an email at 
compostmn@gmail.com and we’ll help you troubleshoot the issue.
The MNCC would like to thank all our past sponsors
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The Compost Story

The Compost Story involves a host of film stars urging citizens to compost. Much of the funding for the project came from members of the USCC after one of the founders, Finian Makepeace, introduced the project at COMPOST2017.
Share the video with others who may not understand the benefits of composting and using compost. For more, visit their website: kisstheground.com/thecompoststory

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Become a member of the USCC and the MNCC and help us reduce the waste going to landfills!



What we do:

  • Compost Operator Trainings
  • Educational Workshops
  • Promote Pro-Composting Legislation
  • Develop Education Programs to Forward the Use of Compost
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Participate in a MNCC Committee 

To get involved, email compostmn@gmail.com.

Committees include:
  • International Compost Awareness Week (ICAW)
  • Legislative and Environmental Affairs
  • Plate to Garden Compost
  • Compostable Products
  • Market Development
  • Training and Events
  • Communications
  • Membership
If there's a topic you'd like the MNCC to consider forming a committee to discuss, please share it with us!

 Minnesota Composting in the News

October 12, 2018 - Hennepin County pushing forward with new organic waste ordinance
July 11, 2018 - Pope Douglas Organic Recycling Program Expanded
June 24, 2018 - Put waste in its place: Organics recycling program now available

April 5, 2018 - Minnesota Daily: State bills would prevent local governments from regulating to-go containers, enforcing ranked-choice voting
April 2, 2018 - Southwest Journal: Bill to nullify polystyrene ban draws opposition
April 1, 2018 - Duluth News Tribune: Local View: Legislators looking to -re-empt locals on packaging, health, environment
March 30, 2018 - Kare11: Lawmakers take on takeout containers
March 29, 2018 - MPR News: Local control v. statewide standard -- battle over preemption continues
March 9, 2018 - MinnPost: It's locals vs. the Legislature, round 2: The battle over pre-emption is back at Minnesota Capitol

2/10/2017 - MNR News: Plastics tech makes composting easier.  But will businesses get on board
2/9/2017 - Kare 11: MN researchers invent 'corn' tires
12/10/2016 - Southwest Journal: Food waste represents biggest recycling opportunity, study finds
11/26/2016 - Star Tribune: Hennepin County to give cities incentive to start organics recycling
11/11/2016 - Days of Operation for Northfield's Compost Site Extended
10/18/2016 - Fox 21: WLSSD Yard Waste Compost Site Expands Hours
9/28/2016 - MPR News: Can compost harm the environment?
9/12/2016 - CIty of Minneapolis: Organics recycling reaches 40 percent opt-in rate
7/11/2016 - Monitor: Organics recycling site opens in Como Park
7/11/2016 - Sun Patriot: County approves compost project
7/7/2016 - Recycling Today: Quest expands customer portfolio
7/3/2016 - ABC Newspapers: Recycling options: Organics are a resource, not a waste

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