My family produces a lot of kitchen and yard waste, which ends up in landfills. How can I start a backyard composting program to help reduce landfill waste?
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Starting a backyard composting program is a great way to reduce your family's kitchen and yard waste and help reduce landfill waste. There are several steps to getting started. First, you will need to build a compost bin or system so that the organic material can be kept apart from grass clippings, leaves and other materials. Next, you need to fill the bin with dirt, grass clippings, leaves and other material in equal parts. Then add regular household organic waste such as fruit peels, eggshells and coffee grounds into the mix - do not add meat or dairy products since these will cause odors or attract pests in your compost heap. Lastly, periodically turn the mixture with a shovel so it can break down evenly, moist but not wet, over about three months your mix should form "black gold" for use on flower beds or gardens in your backyard!
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My family produces a lot of kitchen and yard waste, which ends up in landfills. How can I start a backyard composting program to help reduce landfill waste?
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Starting a backyard composting program requires only a few materials. Firstly, you will need to select an appropriate spot in your yard where you can establish the compost bin, and fill it with your organic waste such as kitchen scraps and yard waste. Next, you will need to source some simple compost bins or aerobic/worm bins. Finally, introduce desired worms or microorganisms to the bin that will help process the waste.
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My family produces a lot of kitchen and yard waste, which ends up in landfills. How can I start a backyard composting program to help reduce landfill waste?