You will be reducing landfill size since food scraps and yard waste make up a significant portion of what ends up as waste.

You will help cut methane emissions since organic matter in landfills decomposes anaerobically, producing this potent greenhouse gas.

You will improve soil health since compost adds vital nutrients and beneficial microbes that boost soil structure and fertility.

You will reduce the need for chemical fertilizers since compost provides a natural alternative to synthetic inputs.

You will help retain soil moisture since compost improves the soil’s water-holding capacity, reducing the need for irrigation.

You will suppress plant diseases and pests since healthy, biologically active soils reduce outbreaks and infestations.

You will support local biodiversity since healthy compost-rich soils provide habitat for earthworms, fungi, and beneficial insects.

You will save money since less waste disposal and fewer garden product purchases can mean lower costs.

You will close the food loop since composting returns organic matter to the earth, completing the natural cycle.

Turning compost is good use of your energy!