The benefits of a backyard compost pile or bin are well known by seasoned gardeners, but sometimes achieving the right mix for that finished “black gold” can be tricky. If the pile is open, it can be ...

Middle Tennessee's rapid growth is exacerbating its trash problem, with the current landfill nearing capacity. Composting offers a viable solution by diverting organic waste from landfills and ...

I kept a compost bin going for almost three years. I turned it, watered it, balanced my greens and browns, and still ended up with a soggy, pest-attracting mess that produced almost nothing useful.