So, the takeaway is almost comically simple. No poison, no traps – just skip the cooked food, animal products, and starchy ...

It can be a stressful month for gardeners, with a daunting to-do list – but stick at it and the rewards can be stunning ...

A compost chimney is a simple addition to any pile that can speed up the composting process and eliminate slow or smelly ...

Before you toss your potato scraps, turn them into a nutrient-packed fertilizer for your garden. Here's how to use them to ...

MICHAEL SCHNEIDER Special contribution to the Peninsula Pulse Composting can seem difficult, even a little intimidating, for ...

Discover the benefits of using coffee grounds as a natural fertilizer for plants. We spoke with gardening and soil pros about ...

Use a half-inch screen if you intend to use your compost in potting mix or garden beds, and quarter-inch screen for ...

There are several reasons you might have old compost laying around, like a neglected compost bin or old bags you didn't use.

The Environmental Protection Agency says landfills are the third largest source of methane emissions from human activities in the U.S.

This article explores the benefits and methods of composting, emphasizing its role in creating nutrient-rich soil from ...

Citizens’ petitions were the talk of one up-Island town at their annual town meeting, from compost initiatives to a stand ...

Behind that increase is the Zero Waste Department, which has expanded its composting initiatives and sustainability programs ...