Every year, households in the United States throw away thousands of pounds of organic material. Most of this waste is food scraps and yard clippings, which decompose slowly in landfills and release methane, a potent greenhouse gas. Composting is an easy way to cut down on this waste. By turning organic matter into compost, you can create valuable fertilizer that can improve the soil in your home gardens.
I put vegetable scraps, coffee filters, coffee grounds, and tea bags in my compost bin. I also add yard waste like branches and leaves. This compostable material makes up the bulk of my kitchen waste, so I can cut my weekly trash for collection in half. I am proud to do my part to help the environment by composting my kitchen waste.
I am using an accelerator in my compost bin that is a mix of microorganisms. These microorganisms are very efficient at breaking down the organic waste in my compost bin and turning it into nutrient-rich soil.
