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Tom’s Guide
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Camilla Sharman

5 benefits of composting and how it can enrich more than your yard

Full compost heap.

Composting is a great way to use up organic waste generated in our homes. When you learn that food and garden waste account for more than 28% of what we throw out, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPS), you’ll realize that composting is a good idea.

Not only does it reduce the burden on the environment and is supported by funding initiatives by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to reduce food waste and greenhouse gas emissions, but it also benefits communities and enhances soil health. 

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