How Composting Helped Me Save the Earth and My Back

Composting isn’t just for gardens anymore. Some municipalities have started composting programs. Even better, some stores are now accepting compostable items.

Also, composting helps fight climate change by reducing the amount of food waste. And composting creates a rich product that fertilizes the soil!

A potted plant, a small metal container, and a metal bin with “COMPOST” on the front stand in the back. In the foreground, there is a wooden cutting board with cut up and sliced vegetables. All the items sit on a white surface. — Photo by Lenka Dzurendova on Unsplash

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