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Composting is an easy way to reduce waste and create a valuable gardening supply. You can recycle the natural nutrients and organic materials in leaves and yard waste as they would be in nature.

There are various types of bins you can buy or build. And a bin will fit in even the smallest backyard. But if you have lots of room, you can build your own bin from pallets. You can sift the finished compost to make a finer product.

Learn how to make your own compost screen. After you have some finished compost, you can get additional benefits by making compost tea. DEP in partnership with Penn State Extension County offices offer backyard compost education and bins to Pennsylvania residents. You can see examples of bins in use at a backyard compost demonstration site near you. Some municipalities provide bins to residents through a backyard composting program. If there is not one in your community, encourage your local officials to develop one.

For additional information on composting, contact the PA DEP Composting Page.

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