Composting Publications, Resources, and Plans

A collection of composting publications, ranging from composting methods and techniques to schematics for various composting systems.

Publications

Compost in the backyard

Quick tips for composting your kitchen, yard and garden waste.

Aug 2017 | Article

Choosing a Composting System

Various methods to composting.

Aug 2017 | Fact Sheet

Composting with worms

Information about how to use worms to compost.

Dec 2017 | Article

Do the rot thing - choosing and using a composting system

Covers several methods of composting and when to use each one. Including sheet mulch composting, low-fuss composting, add-as-you-go composting, hot composting, tumbler composting, and food or pet waste digesters.

Aug 2017 | Article

Local Resources

Compost and Worm Bin Resources

A list of local resources for composting materials in Lane County.

Mar 2018 | Fact Sheet

Leaf Collection and Delivery Program

Eugene's program for disposing of fall leaves.

Jul 2018 | Online resource

Videos

Recycling 101- Composting

A short video introduction to composting.

Jul 2012 | Video

Schematics

55 Gallon Worm Bin

Schematics for the construction of a 55 gallon, blue plastic compost barrel.

Ginny Ducale | Aug 2008 | Fact Sheet

3-Bin Compost System

Schematics for a 3 bin composting system.

Ginny Ducale | Apr 2008 | Fact Sheet

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