Compost News

From growing cabbages in poo to the secrets of effective home composting, we cover both the most interesting (and sometimes pretty weird!) and useful news for composters.

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Are Your Plants Suffering from Climate Change? Scientists Have a Solution

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2nd May 2023 Gardeners and farmers alike are suffering from the effects of climate change.  As heat waves sweep across the world, water levels are dropping – and tomato yields are particularly affected.  However, a new study may have the answer – at least for tomatoes.  Morrocan researchers compared the use of conventional chemical fertilizers […]

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Zoo Animals’ Poop Turned into High-Quality Compost – Available for Sale Now!

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17th April 2023 In an exciting new initiative, Tend, a sustainable product brand, has partnered with the Buffalo Zoo to produce compost made entirely from the manure and bedding of 14 different species of hooved herbivores, including rhinos, giraffes, and zebras. The combination of high-nitrogen exotic animal poop and carbon-rich aged stall bedding, straw, and

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Uncovering the Secret Role of Viruses in Hot Composting: New Study Reveals Surprising Findings

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A new study has uncovered the secret role of viruses in breaking down organic matter in compost. While bacteria are known to play a major role in nutrient cycling, researchers have often overlooked the role of viruses in composting. Using advanced techniques, scientists have delved into the impact of compost bacteria and their viruses during

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Scientists Warn Against Peat Use in Gardens: ‘Problematic’ for Environment

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9th April 2023 Peat usage in gardening is “problematic” for the environment, according to environmental scientists. When used in pot-based gardening, peat can improve the soil’s water retention while also increasing the drainage capacity, creating an ideal condition for plants to thrive. Peat is also lightweight and does not lose much volume inside the pots.

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Compost Is Secret To Growing More Nutritious Veg Says New Study

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5th April 2023 In a groundbreaking new study, researchers have discovered that using compost can significantly improve both the growth and nutritional quality of vegetables, specifically carrots. The scientists behind the study were experimenting with a compost that had been made at high temperatures.  The compost used in the study contained the bacteria Baccillus, a

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Eco-Friendly Transformation: California Temple Beth Israel’s Composting for Local Farms

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2nd April 2023 Southern California’s Temple Beth Israel is taking sustainability to new heights by converting its once decorative lawn into a thriving farm estate, all fertilized by their own compost. Collaborating with the local nonprofit Uncommon Good, the Reform Synagogue has transformed a 6,250-square-foot area into a flourishing farm that produces organic vegetables for

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US Gov Allocates Millions for Compost Programs: Is Yours Eligible?

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2nd April 2023 The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is allocating millions in funding to support community and municipal composting programs across the US. The department is keen to spread the word to people setting up innovative composting projects around the USA, and recently reached out to Compost Magazine to help spread the word. 

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New York Rat Wars: Mayor Issues Composting Mandate To Combat Furry Rodents

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1st April 2023 On March 27, in a bold move to take down New York City’s furry foes, Mayor Eric Adams unleashed a composting mandate aimed at annihilating the city’s rat population. First to feel the rat-fighting wrath of the mandate is Queens, where residents will receive a three-month crash course in waste management and

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