What Can You Compost?
Though the majority of food and yard waste can be composted at home or through a curbside program, it’s important to follow these best practices.
What to Compost
Choosing the correct ingredients for your compost bin is crucial for it to function effectively. It’s important to strike the right balance between “green” nitrogen-rich material, like old food scraps and yard waste, as well as “brown” carbon-rich material like fallen leaves and old newspaper.
When properly prepared and in the right ratio, these materials create the perfect environment for bacteria and worms to thrive, turning what would be waste into valuable compost. Follow this list of compostable categories to ensure that your compost pile remains healthy and productive.