Compost is a hot commodity these days. A nutrient-rich organic soil amendment, the so-called black gold—named for its dark color—is growing in popularity as Millenials discover the joy of gardening ...

Kristen DeAngelis receives funding from the DOE and NSF to study soil health, microbial communities and climate change. She is also affiliated with the Massachusetts Healthy Soils Action Plan Working ...

If you want to help take care of the planet, there are many things you can do on an individual level to be more sustainable. You can use eco-friendly products like Swedish dishcloths, reusable bags ...

Starre Vartan is an environmental and science journalist. She holds an MFA degree from Columbia University and Geology and English degrees from Syracuse University. Compost is decomposed organic ...

If you want to take better care of the planet, learning how to compost is one of the best things you can do. Along with making the switch to eco-friendly products like Swedish dishcloths, reusable ...

Perhaps the most important thing you can do for your garden is feed it with nutrient-rich compost. This mix of decaying vegetable matter, grass clippings, and leaves may not be glamorous, but it ...

David lives in Brooklyn where he's spent more than a decade covering all things edible, including meal kit services, food subscriptions, kitchen tools and cooking tips. David earned his BA from ...

This story was originally published on April 8, 2020, and has been updated. Climate change is affecting our food, and our food is affecting the climate. NPR is dedicating a week to stories and ...

Composting is a great way to recycle while adding more activity to your day. The good news is you don’t need a yard to do it. Composting bins are available, and as long as you know what you can and ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Compost tumblers tend to be made from durable and sturdy materials like plastic, ...