It takes time to make compost. Organic matter requires about two to three months to break down in hot compost piles, and up to a year or more in cold composting systems. But if you add a compost ...

Which compost starter is best? Globally, food waste contributes 8%-10% of all greenhouse gas emissions. One way to mitigate food waste in your home is to start a home compost bin, which not only keeps ...

Compost can provide your yard’s gardens and flower, tree and vegetable beds with healthy nutrients that help your plants grow. It’s also great for helping strengthen your soil in floods and droughts, ...

Ever wonder how to turn your pile of kitchen scraps into a nutrient-rich, garden-enhancing powerhouse? The secret lies in making your very own DIY compost starter. Here's how to make an effective ...

Many home gardeners start compost piles before winter to reduce waste and prepare for spring prep. Fall cleanup provides a steady supply of leaves, stalks and other carbon-rich materials that become ...

Succeeding at composting can not only benefit your veggies and other plants, but also cut down on your household waste. PITTSBURGH — If you have a vegetable garden, you might have tried composting.