Home Composting
Learn the science behind and the benefits of home composting, including information on different composting methods, recommended compostable materials, and common uses of compost around the yard and garden. This class topic is part of the Horticultural Skills priority of the Master Gardener program.
​
If you enjoyed this class, please join us for another. Current and upcoming classes are posted on our website.
Class Handouts
Related Handouts
-
Diagnosing common backyard composting problems (Minnesota Pollution Control Agency)
-
Organic Waste/Food Scraps Acceptability List (Ramsey County MN)
-
How to Use Compost Tip Sheet (NYC Department of Sanitation Compost Project)
-
Selecting A Backyard Compost Bin (University of Connecticut Soil Nutrient Analysis Laboratory)
-
Compost Food Scraps Indoors Using Red Wiggler Worms (Minnesota Pollution Control Agency)
Online Resources
-
University of Minnesota Extension: Composting in Home Gardens
-
University of Minnesota Extension: Living Soil, Healthy Garden
-
Ramsey County Recycling & Waste: Food Scraps/Organics Recycling
PRO-TIP: Google “site:edu compost” (or site:gov) for more research-based advice