Pig’s- 15 tons & counting!!

Fall is here….time to start prepping for next spring! As temperatures drop and leaves change color, it is time to start thinking about prepping your lawn and gardens for the winter and next spring. What are you to do with the fallen leaves?  Is it too late to start a compost pile? Does compost “work”…

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…

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…

Every year green holidays such as Earth Day, Arbor Day and International Compost Awareness Week are celebrated by millions of concerned citizens.  The purpose of these ecology awareness days is to remind us to take care of mother earth, our home.  The myriad of recommendations for implementing a “greener” lifestyle can be really intimidating.  Take it…

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!!