Did you know about the direct connection between home composting and the health of our ocean? For many, the tremendous benefits to the ocean may not be the first thing that springs to mind when you think about composting, but whether you live on the coast or in the middle of the country, embracing nature’s way of recycling really does have a transformative effect in preserving our marine ecosystems.
The ocean is closer than you think, and it’s an exciting reality that improving its health starts on land, so let’s take a minute to dig deeper into the benefits of home composting and look at some simple steps we can all follow to turn the tide and ensure a brighter future for our oceans.
Healthy Soil = Healthy Seas
In the United States today, the USDA estimates that between 30 and 40 percent of the food supply goes to waste. Once in the landfill, this waste…