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Benefits of Composting

WHAT IS COMPOST?
Compost is the result of a natural decaying process that involves billions of micro-organisms acting the way Mother Nature intended them to. These tiny creatures can transform grass clippings, garden refuse, kitchen scraps, fallen leaves and manure into biologically rich organic material that makes a great soil amendment. Compost in the garden means improved soil quality and healthier plants!

The volunteers behind the Fredericton Backyard Composters include a team of "Master Composters". These community residents have been trained in the biology of composting and in the basics of waste management so that they can help people with their composting efforts. They are also available to make presentations to interested community groups and schools about the importance of composting. Contact them if you are interested in receiving a presentation.

From Trash to Treasure
Did you know that composting can convert much of the "trash" that goes to landfills into a natural "treasure" for your garden? Up to 75% of household garbage is derived from organic matter and most of it can be composted. It's the natural way to recycle and the result is better than any fertilizer that you can buy at a garden centre.

WHY SHOULD WE COMPOST? 

•   it's environmentally friendly
•   it's a way to make organic fertilizer for the garden
•   it's a way to keep our landfills from filling up so quickly
•   it's easy!

Compost Can Benefit Your Soil

•  Compost helps to maintain a healthy soil pH so that plants grow better and lawns  
   stay greener
•  Compost helps plants cope with stresses from drought and frosty temperatures
•  Compost helps improve texture of soil
•  Compost helps increase a sandy soil's moisture holding capacity
•  Compost keeps earthworms content so that they can go about their work of aerating the soil
•  Compost is a great source of plant nutrients

Composting is good for the Environment!
One of the very best ways to remove domestic food and yard waste from its normal path to the landfill is home composting