Did you know that Lane County residents can receive free compost? From now through 2026, Lane County is giving away 5,000 tons of Love Food Not Waste® compost at eight free compost events hosted in local communities. Additionally, local farms, businesses, churches, nonprofits, and community and school gardens can request free bulk deliveries.
The program is made possible through a USDA grant that aims to serve all county residents and agricultural producers, with a focus on historically underserved communities. Keeping food out of landfills prevents it from breaking down without air, which prevents the generation of methane gas, which can warm the atmosphere up to 28 times more than carbon dioxide over 100 years. Fortunately, composting can help prevent methane emissions.
Love Food Not Waste® compost is an all-purpose compost made entirely from local yard debris and food scraps collected from residents and businesses in Eugene, Springfield and Veneta.
This versatile compost can be an alternative top dressing for flower and planting beds, a seed cover for new lawns, and a natural soil amendment for newly planted gardens. Learn more about ordering compost and upcoming community giveaway events at lanecountyor.gov/compost.
Daniel Hiestand has been the Lane County Waste Reduction Outreach Coordinator since 2022. Waste Wise Lane County empowers residents, schools and businesses with resources to reduce waste and live sustainably.
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