Five Reasons to Compost #2

Making a food waste pickup PLUS a compost delivery....

2. Compost strengthens soil and promotes healthy plant growth.

Adding compost to soil improves its structure and texture, making it more ideal for plant growth by adding organic matter. With higher percentages of organic matter, soil is better able to retain water, nutrients, and air – benefiting the entire ecosystem by creating an optimal environment for plants, and by reducing runoff and erosion. According to the EPA, an increase in organic matter of just one percent can triple the soil's water holding capacity.

Follow along… we will continue with the reasons to compost on our next blog entry…