Compost Matters: An Emotional Debate or a Rational Discussion?
It’s no surprise that composting is viewed with such high favor among organic farmers and gardeners. The benefits have real potential and it’s a feel-good type of activity too. But […]
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Use of Chemically- and Microbially-Designed Compost Extracts for Managing Weeds
In this article, we present results of the effect of designed compost extracts use on managing weed biomass, soil physical properties, and yield in three crops grown in fall 2016. […]
A scientist shares insights and tips for managing compost piles
A scientist gives tips and strategies for best managing compost heaps on the farm.
Backyard Composting Basics: A Cheatsheet
Compost is an essential tool in the organic farmer or gardener’s toolkit. Made from organic wastes like kitchen scraps, paper, and yard clippings, compost is an effective way to recycle […]
Compost Management in Certified Organic Operations
Outcomes from current standard composting processes can range from high quality composts (rich in carbon, nitrogen, and healthy biota) to simple organic material (rich in carbon but low in nitrogen […]
Turning Compost by Temperature
Farmers, municipalities, and home gardeners alike understand the concept and value of composting, but they may not understand how to make good compost. The National Organic Program (NOP) offers guidelines […]
Chemically And Biologically-Designed Compost Extract: A Potential Tactic For Biological Control Of Weeds
Weeds can be defined as plants growing out of place and can rapidly populate in ecosystems that do not support their natural enemies. Many methods are being used to keep […]
20 Ways to Boost Soil Fertility
You diligently took soil tests this winter and now they’ve come back indicating that potassium or phosphorus is low on some fields, here and there you have a zinc deficiency, […]
Compost Yard
At our compost yard, long windrows are built from a combination of on-farm wastes—like animal manure and crop residues—and outside materials, like leaves and grass, from local municipalities. We generate […]
Learn About Composting from the Experts
We’re big fans of compost. A core practice in organic farming, composting helps reduce waste on the farm. It also creates a valuable byproduct that helps boost soil fertility and […]
