Compost at Home

This page will serve as a reference point for resources and educational information about advocacy, backyard composting, organics collection and drop-off programs, preventing food waste, information on compost site, what is compostable, and more. By following the buttons below, you can learn how to become a composter or how to enhance your composting efforts. The information posted on these web pages do not necessarily reflect the views of the MNCC or its Board member.
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

Advocacy

Organics Collection & Drop-Off Programs

Resources for Compost Sites

Backyard Composting

Prevent Wasted Food

Tools to Implement Organics Recycling

In The News

​Research Studies

What is Compostable?

Additional Resources

Institute for Local Self Reliance
ILSR created the following composting infographics to help you understand more about the benefits of composting. "The Institute for Local Self-Reliance (www.ilsr.org) is a national nonprofit organization working to strengthen local economies, and redirect waste into local recycling, composting, and reuse industries. The information above reprinted here with permission." 
​MNCC Resources
MPCA Resources ​
US Composting Council ​
Other Resources​
USCC Chapter Resources
California Compost Coalition: Commitment to Combat Climate Change