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January 12, 2023
Thank you to all who were able to join our 2022 Annual meeting. We've done a lot in the past year and 2023 looks to be even more action packed and event filled. We couldn't support the composting industry without the help of our members and sponsors. We can't thank you enough!
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2022 Events
Understanding the Current Compost QA/QC Systems in Minnesota
Thursday, October 13 | 9 am - Noon
81 People registered (25 people in-person and the rest virtual)
Representatives from various State Agencies (MPCA, MnDOT, DNR, MDA), government agencies, and other stakeholders participated in a discussion of the current statutes, policies and procedures around 'compost' and 'composting'. This was the first of two meetings designed to help increase awareness and understanding of what it means to produce a quality compost product and how policies and procedures currently align (or don't). The discussion provided recognition of opportunities for improvements and changes needed to ensure compost customers receive a quality product for their projects.
The MNCC is developing a white paper to further explore the current conditions and recommendations for changes. A second meeting will be held in Summer 2023.
Jumping Worms and Compost Facilities Webinar
Webinar held February 1, 2022
Webinar held February 1, 2022
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Learn how to identify jumping worms, and best practices for ensuring your facility does not spread them. The webinar also covers strategies for educating the public about jumping worm-related issues associated with yard waste disposal, compost use, and the role the public can play in helping control the spread of these invasive species.
Hosted by the Minnesota Composting Council, in partnership with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, and Boulder Lake ELC, and the University of Minnesota Duluth. |
Jumping Worms and Compost Facilities Webinar Sponsored by:
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A huge thank you to all our speakers, sponsors and participants joining the webinar on February 1, 2022. We had over 200 people attend!
Speakers:
View Jumping Worm Webinar Outline and Speaker Bios
Attendees were sent a follow up email with links to the presentation and the presentations.
Speakers:
- Tim Farnan of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
- Ryan Hueffmeier, Director, Boulder Lake ELC, University of Minnesota, Duluth
- Chuck Joswiak, Specialized Environmental Technologies, The Mulch Store
- Erin Skelly, SMSC Organics Recycling Facility, Shakopee, Mdewakanton Sioux Community
- Laura Van Riper, Terrestrial Invasive Species Program Coordinator, Ecological and Water Resources Division, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
View Jumping Worm Webinar Outline and Speaker Bios
Attendees were sent a follow up email with links to the presentation and the presentations.
2021 Events
2021 MNCC Annual MeetingThe Minnesota Composting Council's 2021 annual meeting was held on November 10, 2021. |
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Finian Makepeace's Presentation during ICAW
Watch the recording from Finian Makepeace's presentation during International Compost Awareness Week.
Watch the recording from Finian Makepeace's presentation during International Compost Awareness Week.
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Compost Use and Specifications | February 24, 2021
Options for Compost Utilization for Construction Activities - Presenter Dwayne Stenlund, MN/DOT
Where the Rubber Meets the Road: From Theory to Practice - Presenter Chad Buran, Landscape Architect
Options for Compost Utilization for Construction Activities - Presenter Dwayne Stenlund, MN/DOT
Where the Rubber Meets the Road: From Theory to Practice - Presenter Chad Buran, Landscape Architect
Stormwater BMP's and Phosphorus | July 29, 2021 Webinar
Improving Stormwater Quality through Compost BMPs - Presenter Dr. Britt Faucette
Compost and Phosphorus - Presenter Ron Alexander
Webinar Link
2021 Plate to Garden
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2020 Events
Compost Use by Local Governments: Policies and Projects December 3, 2020
Soil Management for Storm Water Volume Control Greg Thompson, City of Eagan Organics - Coming to a Boulevard Near You Kala Fisher, Solid Waste Manager, City of St. Louis Park Joe Shamala, Engineer, St. Louis Park Food for Thought: The Necessity of End Use Markets Chuck Joswiak, Sales and Marketing Director, SET |
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ICAW 2020
ICAW 2020 was cancelled due to COVID-19.
ICAW 2020 was cancelled due to COVID-19.
2019 Events
Compost Awareness Week: Urban Growler Event
The MNCC held a Compost Awareness Week Event at Urban Growler in St. Paul, Minnesota. In addition to giving out free compost to attendees, raffling off compost bins and kitchen collection pails, the MNCC had free resources and large maps showing all of the organics recycling programs and sites in Minnesota. The Wildflower Project was on site using some of the compost to top dress the on-site garden and plant plugs of pollinator species.
Compost Awareness Week: Urban Growler Event
The MNCC held a Compost Awareness Week Event at Urban Growler in St. Paul, Minnesota. In addition to giving out free compost to attendees, raffling off compost bins and kitchen collection pails, the MNCC had free resources and large maps showing all of the organics recycling programs and sites in Minnesota. The Wildflower Project was on site using some of the compost to top dress the on-site garden and plant plugs of pollinator species.
Past MNCC Events
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Compost Operator Training - July 25, 2018 (Agenda)
Midwest Compost Operator Training program - July 10-12, 2018 International Compost Awareness Week - May 2018 Commercial Organics Recycling Workshop - January 17, 2018 (Agenda) MNCC 1-day Compost Operator training Course - August 16, 2017 (Agenda) Organics Collection Programs - July 11, 2017 (Agenda) Midwest Compost Operator Training Course, UW-Stevens Point - July 11-13, 2017 International Compost Awareness Week - May 2017 Compostable Plastics Workshop - November 10, 2016 Ryder Cup - September 30th to October 2, 2016 Midwest Compost Operator Training - August 1 - 3rd, 2016 Backyard & Small Site Compost Workshop - May 5, 2015 Compost Markets Workshop - December 3, 2014 Fall Workshop - September 26, 2013 (Agenda) Midwest Compost Operator Training - June 3rd - June 6th, 2013 Full Circle Organics - Training & Tour - May 8, 2013 RAM SWANA Post Conference Forum - October 17, 2012 (Agenda) |
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The MNCC would like to thank all our past sponsors
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