Composting organic wastes from your garden, yard and kitchen can save you money, save landfill space, and turn a waste into a valuable soil amendment.

Some important tips to remember:

• don't compost meat, dairy or fats
• cover new kitchen scraps with a layer of compost to keep odors down
• compost needs air and water so 'turn' often and keep moist like a damp sponge
• check out the links on the right for more details

If you live in an urban area you may want to invest in a compost bin.  Households with larger yards can mound yard wastes, or make a larger containment.  See the links at right for more information on home made bin designs.