
Composting At Home | US EPA
Dec 8, 2025 · What is Composting? Composting is the managed, aerobic (oxygen-required) biological decomposition of organic materials by microorganisms. Organic (carbon-based) …
Composting - USDA
Composting is nature’s way of recycling! Here are a few reasons to get started today: Feed the soil without using chemical fertilizers. Keep food waste out of the landfills and prevent …
Compost - Wikipedia
Compost Community-level composting in a rural area in Germany Compost is a mixture of ingredients used as plant fertilizer and to improve soil 's physical, chemical, and biological …
What is Compost - US Composting Council
Learn what compost is and how it benefits the environment. The Composting Council provides detailed information on composting processes, benefits, and how to start composting at home.
How to Compost: A Beginner's Guide - Martha Stewart
Nov 13, 2025 · To make compost, all you need to do is compile organic matter—think food scraps, leaves, grass clippings, and coffee grounds—and let it decompose with the help of …
Composting | NC State Extension
Composting is the controlled biological decomposition of organic material through the generation of heat by microorganisms. The stabilized organic material, called ‘compost,’ looks and smells …
Composting Overview - University of Maryland Extension
Jul 8, 2025 · What is Composting? Composting is a simple way to turn kitchen waste (such as fruit, vegetables, and coffee grounds) and yard waste (such as leaves and grass clippings into …
What is Compost? | Planet Natural
Jul 20, 2022 · Composting is the process in which organic matter such as leaves and food scraps breaks down into soil. It is an excellent method to recycle waste from your yard and kitchen …
Composting Basics | NC DEQ
Composting is the controlled biological decomposition of organic material in an aerobic environment (with oxygen) that generates enough heat to reduce the number of possible …
Composting - Home & Garden Information Center
Composting is a biological process that decomposes organic materials into a high-quality soil amendment. This process occurs in nature but can be accelerated and improved under certain …