This compost web site explains what composting is, how it works, and it describes different composting systems. Solutions to problems that may occur are provided as well as suggestions about how to use your compost. The list of resources and links will help you learn more about composting.
Every year in Texas , nearly 4 million tons of yard trimmings like leaves, grass, tree limbs, weeds, and other organic debris end up in Texas landfills. That's about 20 percent of all trash in landfills. It costs Texans about $250 million a year to collect and dispose yard trimmings in landfills. Putting these yard trimmings to use instead of throwing them away makes saves money and preserves the environment for all Texans. Composting is one of six recommendations by Clean Texas 2000 to avoid filling landfills and protect water supplies. Other recommended yard care techniques include reusing grass clippings and leaves, mulching, Xeriscaping, common-sense watering, and low-impact pest management.
What is Compost?
Why Compost?
Materials To Avoid
Best Ever Compost Recipe!!
Directions
How Does Composting Work?
Troubleshooting
What Can I Do with My Compost?
TNRCC Environmental Bulletin, Mulching and Compost
Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service, Backyard Composting Wastes to Resources