Pig’s- 15 tons & counting!!

Soil and compost- the perfect blend Why is it important to understand what type of soil you are working with when gardening? Soil can be considered the skin of the earth. Just as you would determine if the skin on your body is dry, oily or a combination before you apply the proper type of…

As Earth Day approaches we all need to remember “The Less we all send to the landfill, the More we can all save” This is true in so many different ways. By diverting from the landfill we are saving ourselves from the 120% state tax on garbage disposal fee.  We can help non-profits make a…

Why isn’t my backyard compost pile working? By Sarah Everson Midsummer is here and your backyard bin or pile should be in full composting mode.  Yet if you find yourself scratching your head wondering, “What am I doing wrong?” here are some simple tips for troubleshooting your backyard compost. Odors If your pile smells rotten…

I am happy to announce that we have hit the 1 year anniversary with Piggly Wiggly!  In 1 year they diverted 33,867 lbs (16.9 tons) from the landfill!  They are continuing the program with us for the next year!  Congrats to Rick & Vic’s Piggly Wiggly!!

Compost Joe’s was interview by Good Day Wisconsin at the Living Green Expo in Oshkosh. http://www.fox11online.com/dpp/good_day_wi/largest-health-expo-in-oshkosh  

It’s all about the worms By Sarah Everson “What is the difference between composting and vermicomposting?”  This is a commonly asked question.  In a word, the answer is “worms.” Vermicomposting is a compost process that relies on the action of worms to break down food matter, with the resulting worm waste, or worm castings, being…